Catering Operations Manager - Corporate Dining (NYC)

Restaurant AssociatesPosition Title: Catering Operations Manager - Corporate Dining (NYC)Salary: $85K/Yr.-$95K/Yr.Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits, Mileage.Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !Job SummaryThe Catering Operations Manager holds duties related to the successful execution and coordination of on- and off-premise Company events and will support multiple accounts within Restaurant Associates.The position requires excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure accurate distribution of pertinent information both internally across all departments and externally to clients and vendors. You will also be expected to demonstrate strong client-facing skills, along with presentation and marketing abilities.Key Responsibilities:Consults clients as to scope, expectations, setting, menu, and collateral entertainment to have a successful and appropriate event within the client’s budgetPlans menus in consultation with the clients and chefsNegotiates individual vendor contractsDelegates to, and ensures that, the Event Manager coordinates and executes the event within the parameters established by the Catering Event ManagerRecruits, interviews, selects, and trains permanent and casual staffOrganizes, leads and motivates the catering teamPlans staff and event schedulesMaintains and develops accurate financial and administrative recordsServes as liaison and coordinator between Sales Catering Managers, Supervising Chefs, Staffing, Captains, Suppliers, Vendors, Rental Companies and Clients as needed to plan eventsAssesses contract requirements and ensures satisfaction with the services deliveredPerforms final review and assessment of catering events to determine if they meet performance and quality standardsResolves customer concerns and ensures timely customer paymentPreferred Qualifications:3-5 years of experience in a high-volume, fine dining or corporate dining hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premise catering environment)Operationally savvy industry professional with demonstrated leadership in managing people, events, and the overall guest experienceStrong organization, time management, and team motivation skills are essential for success in this roleAbility to work independently with little direct supervisionAbility to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with clients, senior management, and support staffAbility to respond effectively to continuously changing demandsDemonstrated experience in budgeting, P&L, labor and sales forecasting and reportingEffective use of discretion to problem solve in a fast-paced environmentExcellent negotiating skillsAbility to establish credibility with senior culinary professionalsHuman Resource experience, including hiring, training, mentoring, and developmentThe ability to manage in an environment with a focus on client service, entrepreneurship, and building and growing a strong businessApply to Restaurant Associates today!Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass StoryCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/Associates At Restaurant Associates Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Paid Parental LeavePersonal LeaveApplications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdfReq ID: 1530390Restaurant AssociatesNANCY M TEIXEIRA[[req_classification]]