Restaurant Associates

　　Position Title: Director of Catering Sales

　　Salary: $125,000 - $135,000

　　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 in 2021, This is R/A !

　　Job Summary

　　Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other? Join the Restaurant Associates Team at one of New York City's premier cultural attractions. We offer a unique opportunity to be a part of a multi-unit operation, including full-service restaurants, luxurious lounges, and gourmet food retail spaces, all within the vibrant backdrop of this world-renowned institution. You'll have the chance to deliver exceptional dining experiences in an iconic setting, with a diverse range of offerings to cater to our discerning visitors. If you're passionate about hospitality, culinary excellence, and being a part of something truly special, we invite you to join us in this exciting endeavor. Be a part of our dynamic team and help us elevate the art of dining in the heart of the city that never sleeps.

　　Working as the Catering Sales Director you will effectively coordinate and oversee all internal and external catering events. You are directly responsible for menu development as well as costing and marketing functions as they relate to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control and food cost control, manage preparation, transportation, and setup, and oversee operation and clean-up of all events. You are responsible for Event Coordination and Sales Financials.

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures

　　Creates reports of operating statements and operational budgets, and reviews the collection of receivables

　　Catering activities, books, plans & directed functions

　　Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders

　　Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP

　　Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors

　　Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

　　Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience

　　Proven track record for meeting sales goals

　　Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service

　　A minimum of five to eight years of experience in hospitality industry including three years’ experience in catering sales

　　Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills

　　Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction

　　Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs

　　The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential

　　Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events

　　Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills

　　Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess

　　attention to detail

　　Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

　　Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.

　　Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

　　Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

　　Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

　　Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

　　Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

　　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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

　　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)

　　Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

　　Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

　　Req ID: 1268605

　　Restaurant Associates

　　Michael Abbey

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