Catering Manager

Position Title: Catering Manager

Pay 11

Reports To: Director of Catering

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

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Job Summary

We are seeking a polished and experienced Catering Manager to lead the catering operations at the new Atrium Health campus. This role oversees catered events across multiple floors, manages pantries, and ensures seamless, high-end service delivery that reflects fine dining standards. The ideal candidate is an independent, hands-on leader who can manage a dynamic environment, train and inspire a team, and deliver exceptional experiences for clients, guests, and partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all catering operations, including multi-floor event setups, service, and breakdowns, ensuring a flawless guest experience.
• Manage and train catering associates, ensuring proficiency in polished service techniques, menu knowledge, and event presentation.
• Act as the primary on-site liaison for clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to create customized menus and execute premium events that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Monitor and control labor, food, and supply costs, ensuring operational and financial efficiency.
• Maintain and stock pantry operations across multiple areas, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and readiness for daily and special service.
• Uphold fine dining and corporate service standards, ensuring consistency in presentation, quality, and hospitality.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including culinary, facilities, and client partners, to ensure smooth event execution.
• Maintain compliance with sanitation, safety, and health standards throughout all service areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the success of the department.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of food service experience, including at least 1 year in a management or supervisory role.
• Proven background in catering operations, experience in high-end restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, or healthcare preferred.
• Strong understanding of fine dining service standards , event logistics, and client relations.
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with an emphasis on quality, presentation, sanitation, and cost controls.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, leadership, and staff at all levels.
• Financial and budgetary acumen with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Ability to work independently while managing a team and multiple priorities simultaneously.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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.

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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1445870

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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