Eurest USA
GENERAL MANAGER OF CONFERENCE CENTER CATERING - REDMOND, WA
Eurest USA, Redmond, Washington, United States, 98052
Overview
GENERAL MANAGER OF CONFERENCE CENTER CATERING - REDMOND, WA Join to apply for the GENERAL MANAGER OF CONFERENCE CENTER CATERING - REDMOND, WA role at Eurest USA. Job Summary
As a General Manager of Conference Center Catering with Eurest, you will lead a high-performing team to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences in a corporate conference center setting. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering operations, ensuring alignment with Compass/Eurest’s commitment to excellence in guest experience, sustainability, and client partnership. Key Responsibilities
Direct all aspects of catering operations including menu execution, event logistics, and service delivery. Ensure compliance with Compass Group and Eurest standards for food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety. Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service. Serve as the primary liaison with internal teams (primarily event planning), ensuring all events meet or exceed expectations. Collaborate with Director of Operations and District Manager to customize catering solutions that reflect client expectations. Lead pre-event planning and post-event evaluations to drive continuous improvement with hourly staff and leadership. Recruit, train, and develop a diverse team of front of house union team members. Foster a culture of hospitality, accountability, and professionalism. Conduct and provide feedback in daily and weekly team meetings, performance reviews, and coaching sessions. Monitor food and labor costs to ensure profitability and operational efficiency. Champion Eurest’s sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction and responsible sourcing. Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. Identify and implement strategies to control expenses, inventory equipment, and support employee safety. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management, or related field preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in catering or food service management, ideally in a corporate or conference center environment. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver financial results. ServSafe certification or equivalent required. 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 Equal Opportunity
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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions based on business necessity. We will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable laws. Application
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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GENERAL MANAGER OF CONFERENCE CENTER CATERING - REDMOND, WA Join to apply for the GENERAL MANAGER OF CONFERENCE CENTER CATERING - REDMOND, WA role at Eurest USA. Job Summary
As a General Manager of Conference Center Catering with Eurest, you will lead a high-performing team to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences in a corporate conference center setting. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering operations, ensuring alignment with Compass/Eurest’s commitment to excellence in guest experience, sustainability, and client partnership. Key Responsibilities
Direct all aspects of catering operations including menu execution, event logistics, and service delivery. Ensure compliance with Compass Group and Eurest standards for food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety. Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service. Serve as the primary liaison with internal teams (primarily event planning), ensuring all events meet or exceed expectations. Collaborate with Director of Operations and District Manager to customize catering solutions that reflect client expectations. Lead pre-event planning and post-event evaluations to drive continuous improvement with hourly staff and leadership. Recruit, train, and develop a diverse team of front of house union team members. Foster a culture of hospitality, accountability, and professionalism. Conduct and provide feedback in daily and weekly team meetings, performance reviews, and coaching sessions. Monitor food and labor costs to ensure profitability and operational efficiency. Champion Eurest’s sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction and responsible sourcing. Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. Identify and implement strategies to control expenses, inventory equipment, and support employee safety. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management, or related field preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in catering or food service management, ideally in a corporate or conference center environment. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver financial results. ServSafe certification or equivalent required. 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 Equal Opportunity
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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions based on business necessity. We will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable laws. Application
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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