A Fresh Approach To Great Results.
Charlotte-based Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services. By combining fresh ideas with the industry’s greatest talent, we continue to set the standards for food and service excellence. Our vision for success is a powerful one – to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business – from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending, to facilities management and support services. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it's our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it’s important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success:
Job Description: Catering Manager Chicago, IL
Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. The Eurest Promise, “connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise,” is exemplified throughout our organization. Eurest is proud to serve the world’s most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500.
Working as a Catering Manager for Eurest will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself! You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.
As the Catering Manager you will be responsible for overseeing all catering events for the account. You will manage and lead a team of associates to make sure the event is executed and Eurest stands are met. Additionally, as part of the management team, you will be responsible for the following:
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events.
- Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development.
- Hire, train, and schedule catering staff, and be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure successful operations of catering functions including labor cost, food cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and clean up of all events.
- Additional responsibilities include the reporting of operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and review of the collection of receivables.
- Responsible for all catering activities, books, plans & directed functions.
- Menu development and costing, marketing functions as they relate to the catering department.
Qualifications:
- BS degree in Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred.
- A minimum of five years of experience in hospitality industry including two years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required.
- Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key.
- The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean up is also essential.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email.
- Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.
Great People. Great Service. Great Results.
At Compass Group North America, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you're looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group North America is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry's best.
Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group North America is a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job ID: DLB06081548562