Director of Catering and Special Events
James Madison University Dining James Madison University Dining Harrisonburg, VA Harrisonburg, VA Full-time Full-time From $85,000 a year From $85,000 a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago The Catering Services Director is responsible for planning and leading the entire catering operation across multiple units or in a large account.
The Catering Services Director will be responsible for the Catering team, planning, and completing catering orders and special events.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate total catering operations to include duties such as booking events, supervising teams, developing, selecting, and costing menus, pricing, hiring, and departmental administration Be responsible for all aspects of preparation, service, and cleanup for multiple catering operations Develop and implement catering solutions to meet customers' needs Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport Develop and implement annual comprehensive marketing plan for catering, including but not limited to collateral, sales strategies, and marketing budgets Establish and implement service and presentation standards for all catering operations, implement processes to ensure compliance and consistency Implement new services to support base business growth and client retentions Stay ahead of and advise clients, customers and staff on current catering trends and products Facilitate the delivery of prepared food built from banquet event orders Participate in sales process and negotiations of contracts and assist clients in planning special events Train and lead catering employees to ensure catering standards are followed Responsible for setting and delivering sales, food, and labor targets Responsible for execution of catering events of varied size and scope including staffing and management Responsible for components accounting functions including accurate reporting of all catering related revenue, expenses, and receivables Ensure compliance with all food, occupational and environmental safety policies This job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities.
Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers.
In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications:
Servsafe certification Requires at least 4 years of experience and 1 to 3 years in a management role Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Demonstrate ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer services is essential Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work under strict deadlines are essential Must be organized, demonstrate initiative and have ability to diagnose current state and achieve process improvement Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $85,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
10 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:
Management:
4 years (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Catering Services Director will be responsible for the Catering team, planning, and completing catering orders and special events.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate total catering operations to include duties such as booking events, supervising teams, developing, selecting, and costing menus, pricing, hiring, and departmental administration Be responsible for all aspects of preparation, service, and cleanup for multiple catering operations Develop and implement catering solutions to meet customers' needs Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport Develop and implement annual comprehensive marketing plan for catering, including but not limited to collateral, sales strategies, and marketing budgets Establish and implement service and presentation standards for all catering operations, implement processes to ensure compliance and consistency Implement new services to support base business growth and client retentions Stay ahead of and advise clients, customers and staff on current catering trends and products Facilitate the delivery of prepared food built from banquet event orders Participate in sales process and negotiations of contracts and assist clients in planning special events Train and lead catering employees to ensure catering standards are followed Responsible for setting and delivering sales, food, and labor targets Responsible for execution of catering events of varied size and scope including staffing and management Responsible for components accounting functions including accurate reporting of all catering related revenue, expenses, and receivables Ensure compliance with all food, occupational and environmental safety policies This job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities.
Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers.
In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications:
Servsafe certification Requires at least 4 years of experience and 1 to 3 years in a management role Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Demonstrate ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer services is essential Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work under strict deadlines are essential Must be organized, demonstrate initiative and have ability to diagnose current state and achieve process improvement Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $85,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
10 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:
Management:
4 years (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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