Position Title: Event Coordinator/Sr. Catering Manager- Corporate Dining (NYC)

Salary: $85,000-$90,000/ year

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits

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 Summary:

The Event Coordinator/Sr. Catering Manager will oversee both the sales and operational execution of catering events for a premier client in NYC, including event order communication, planning, staff scheduling and training, delivery, setup, breakdown, and accurate invoicing. This person will ensure events are executed seamlessly from start to finish while maintaining a high level of hospitality and client service.

This role will support high-volume catering and event operations across two buildings. Events range from daily beverage service and meetings to large-scale, firmwide events.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Operations & Execution
Team Leadership, Training & Development
Culinary & Catering Program Management
Guest Experience & Client Relations
Financial Management & Performance Analysis
Special Events & Event Execution
Marketing, Sales & Business Development

Preferred Qualifications:

A.S. or equivalent experience
Up to date on current catering, event, and hospitality trends
Preferred degree with 3–4+ years of relevant industry experience in catering
Strong catering/event sales and operations experience with strong hospitality presence and client-service mindset
Comfortable managing multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment
Ability to interact with a diverse and high-volume customer base in a friendly and efficient manner.
Ability to operate a web-based ordering system, process customer requests, changes to orders, menu updates, and client profiles.
Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to write professional and efficient emails to clients and customers.
Possess the ability to meet Company-specific uniform standards for this position.
Utilize all Personal Protective Equipment per Company guidelines.
Ability to work at times with minimal supervision, and accomplish tasks without direct instruction, and problem solve for the best solutions.
This position supervises hourly employees, including delivery personnel and culinary personnel.

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Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Applications 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.pdf

Req ID: 1561185

Restaurant Associates

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