Job description
Become part of Restaurant Associates, a name that has been synonymous with exciting restaurant concepts and high quality foodservice for over half a century. RA is foodservice industry leader for some of the nation's premier museums, performing arts centers and corporate accounts.
Job Summary
Working as the Catering Director for R/A at Harvard Medical School, you have the responsibility for the successful execution of the catering department overseeing the campus and conference center operations. Along with a catering staff, you will ensure the success of events of all types ranging from basic continental breakfasts for 10 to our annual commencement ceremony. If you are detail oriented, have superior multi-tasking skills, and provide outstanding hospitality, you will excel in this position!
Additional Perks of the Position:
- BE A PART OF PRESTIGE! TOP MEDICAL SCHOOL IN THE COUNTRY!
- COMPLIMENTARY PARKING
- PRIMARILY M-F SCHEDULING & ALL MAJOR HOLIDAYS OFF (*unless business needs dictate otherwise)
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinates and oversees internal and external catering events
- Develops and maintains the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development
- Hires, trains, and schedules catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in-service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
- Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry including 2 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 cleanup is also essential
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
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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. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)
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)
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1162355
Restaurant Associates
Leah Curry
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