Director of Catering Operations - Union College

Director of Catering Operations - Union College

08 Jan 2025
New York, Schenectady, 12301 Schenectady USA

Director of Catering Operations - Union College

Bon Appetit Salary: Our Passion is Food!At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!Job SummaryJoin our team as the Director of Catering Operations at Union College and work alongside highly motivated and skilled individuals like yourself. In this pivotal role, you will manage our catering department, overseeing all aspects of internal and external catering services. Your responsibilities include maintaining superior food quality and service, managing client relationships, and ensuring each event reflects our high standards.Key Responsibilities:

Train the catering staff in top-notch service techniques, menu presentation, and customer interaction.

Monitor and control labor and food costs for each event.

Foster and maintain outstanding client relationships.

Collaborate with the Chef to design appealing and innovative menus.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate of Science (AS) degree is advantageous.

A minimum of three to five years of management experience in foodservice.

Proven track record in catering and event management.

Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills.

Apply to Bon Appetit today!Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Associates at Bon Appetit 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)

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023WageTransparencyBAMCO.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.Req ID: 1387404 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus

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