Compass Group, North America
Director of Catering Operations - Union College
Compass Group, North America, Schenectady, New York, United States, 12309
Bon Appetit
Salary:
$90000 - $100000 / year Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people! Job Summary Bon Apptit Management Company is seeking an experienced Director of Catering Operations to lead catering services at Union College. This role is responsible for managing all internal and external catering operations, maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service, and overseeing high-volume events. Key Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of catering operations at Union College
Lead and train catering staff in service standards, presentation, and customer service
Maintain strong relationships with clients, including VIP stakeholders and college leadership
Conduct and lead meetings with executive clients, including the president's office
Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development
Track and manage labor and food costs for each event
Ensure efficient execution of high-volume catering operations (annual volume $2M+)
Maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail across all functions
Qualifications: Proven experience managing a catering operation with an annual volume of $2 million or more
Prior experience as a Catering Director or similar senior catering leadership role
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
Catering experience is required
Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Associates at
Bon Appetit
are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. Compass 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID:
1459077 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus
$90000 - $100000 / year Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people! Job Summary Bon Apptit Management Company is seeking an experienced Director of Catering Operations to lead catering services at Union College. This role is responsible for managing all internal and external catering operations, maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service, and overseeing high-volume events. Key Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of catering operations at Union College
Lead and train catering staff in service standards, presentation, and customer service
Maintain strong relationships with clients, including VIP stakeholders and college leadership
Conduct and lead meetings with executive clients, including the president's office
Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development
Track and manage labor and food costs for each event
Ensure efficient execution of high-volume catering operations (annual volume $2M+)
Maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail across all functions
Qualifications: Proven experience managing a catering operation with an annual volume of $2 million or more
Prior experience as a Catering Director or similar senior catering leadership role
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
Catering experience is required
Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Associates at
Bon Appetit
are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. Compass 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID:
1459077 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus