CATERING MANAGER - REDMOND, WA

Salary:  $81,000 - $86,500/year

Pay Grade: 12  

Other Forms of Compensation:

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

Oversees Catering service operations based out of a commercial kitchen. Ensures events are set to company expectations and customers are taken care of. Managing, training, coaching and developing a team of 15 - 30 hourly associates in a union environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads Catering staff in pre-planning, execution, and breakdown of daily events
• Coordinate with event organizers to confirm and adjust BEOs as needed
• Delegates to, and ensure that, the Catering staff coordinates and executes the event within the parameters established by the General Manager
• Recruits, interviews, and trains full-time and temporary staff
• Provide ongoing training and create development plans for hourly staff
• Identify service efficiency opportunities and implement improved operational processes
• Organizes, leads and motivates the catering team, fostering a positive culture
• Plans staff and event schedules as needed
• Approves staff payroll as needed
• Serves as liaison and coordinator between Event Planners, Culinary, Staffing, and customers as needed to plan and execute events
• Assesses event requirements and ensure 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 in a timely and professional manner

Education and Experience :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of hospitality and food service experience required.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• perationally savvy industry professional with a demonstrated passion 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 customers, senior management, and support staff
• Ability to respond effectively to continuously changing demands
• Great attention to detail in both administration duties and guest needs.
• Effective use of discretion to problem solve in a fast-paced, often changing environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with hiring, training and development of teammates in a union setting
• 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 Eurest today!

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Eurest 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)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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 or copy/paste the link below 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. 

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.