SENIOR CATERING & EVENT SALES OPERATIONS MANAGER

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:  $70,000/Yr-$90,000/Yr

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions. 

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on, onsite leader responsible for both driving catering sales and executing high-volume events. This role requires the ability to secure multi-thousand-dollar business while leading seamless, end-to-end event delivery. Success in this position depends on strong sales ability, operational expertise, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive catering revenue by prospecting, booking, and managing high-volume events
• Develop proposals, menus, contracts, and banquet event orders (BEOs)
• Lead all onsite event execution, including setup, service, and breakdown
• Supervise staff, ensure high-quality service, and guest satisfaction
• Coordinate logistics including staffing, rentals, transportation, and A/V
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance (food, labor, profitability)
• Build and maintain client and vendor relationships to support business growth
• Hire, train, and coach team members while maintaining service standards
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, safety, and sanitation regulations

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in catering, events, or hospitality leadership
• Proven success booking and executing large-scale events
• Strong knowledge of food service, menu development, and operations
• Experience managing budgets, cost controls, and financial reporting
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience

Core Competencies

• Sales and client relationship management
• Hands-on operational leadership
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and adaptability

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with event/CRM systems

Working knowledge of A/V setup

Apply to CulinArt today!

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Associates at CulinArt 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.

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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. 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.

Req ID: 1529568

CulinArt Sector 

Jenah Freeman 

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