Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 / 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!The Director of Catering is responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering and event operations, including planning, execution, client relations, and staff management. This role ensures high-quality service for university events through strong leadership, detailed coordination across departments, and a focus on excellence in food and presentation. The role is primarily Monday through Friday but requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
Manages all internal and external catering events from concept to execution
Oversees a team of catering and banquet staff; responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, and staff development in service standards and menu presentation
Builds and maintains strong client relationships while ensuring the delivery of high-quality catering services
Develops and implements marketing plans and event service strategies to support revenue growth
Leads detailed menu planning and selection, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary labor and equipment as needed
Controls labor and food costs, and ensures smooth execution of event setup, operation, and cleanup
Supervises food preparation and service standards to ensure quality and consistency across all events
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
Minimum 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including at least 2 years in management (preferably in Catering Management)
Strong experience in menu planning, event costing, and contract pricing
Demonstrated ability to lead a team, execute large-scale events, and maintain operational excellence
Apply to Bon Appetit today!
Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.
Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.
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 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: 1455382
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