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Catering Operations Manager/Event Manager 1367541

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/28/2025

Position Title : Catering Operations Manager / Event Manager

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Reports To : VP of Operations

Salary : $65,000

Other Forms of Compensation : Eligible for event pay

Our Approach

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers is a full service catering firm located in Washington DC and has built its premier reputation for flawless execution of elegant events. The Occasions’ team works closely with our clients to design, customize, and create remarkable events.

We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning, and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design, and hospitality to reflect our clients' unique style, taste, and vision.

Come join our team of inspired professionals and be a part of the unmatched scope of knowledge, resources, and relationships to produce events that exceed our clients' expectations and delight in every way.

Job Summary

Job Summary :

The Catering Operations Manager holds duties related to successful execution and coordination for on and off premise Company events. The position entails a need for excellent attention to detail and communication skills; ability to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously, accurate distribution of pertinent information both internally to all departments as well as to clients and related vendors. You will be expected to have excellent client skills in presentation and marketing ability.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Consults clients as to scope, expectations, setting, menu, and entertainment to have a successful and appropriate event within the client’s budget.
  • Plans menus in consultation with the clients and chefs.
  • Negotiates individual vendor contracts.
  • Delegates to, and ensures that, the Event Manager coordinates and executes the event within the parameters established by the Catering Event Manager.
  • Recruits, interviews, selects, and trains permanent and casual staff.
  • Organizes, leads, and motivates the catering team.
  • Plans staff and event schedules.
  • Maintains and develops accurate financial and administrative records.
  • Serves as liaison and coordinator between Sales Catering Managers, Supervising Chefs, Staffing, Captains, Suppliers, Vendors, Rental Companies, and Clients as needed to plan events.
  • Assesses contract requirements and ensures satisfaction with the services delivered.
  • Performs final review and assessment of catering events to determine if they meet performance and quality standards.
  • Resolves customer concerns and ensures timely customer payment.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Operationally savvy industry professional with demonstrated leadership in managing people, events, and the overall guest experience.
  • Strong organization, time management, and team motivation skills are essential for success in this role.
  • Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with clients, senior management, and WPC support staff.
  • Ability to respond effectively to continuously changing demands.
  • Demonstrated experience in budgeting, P&L, labor, and sales forecasting and reporting.
  • Effective use of discretion to problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent negotiating skills.
  • Ability to establish credibility with senior culinary professionals.
  • Human Resource experience including hiring, training, mentoring, and development.
  • 3-5 years’ experience in a hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premise catering environment).
  • The ability to manage in an environment with focus on client service, entrepreneurship, and building and growing a strong business.
  • Apply to Occasions Caterers today!

    Occasions Caterers is a member of Compass Group USA

    Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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