Catering Manager

Bon Appetit

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefit Package

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 Summary

Bon Appétit is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a wide range of catering events. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating exceptional guest experiences, building strong client relationships, and supporting a team in delivering outstanding service. As a key member of the food service leadership team, you will oversee event operations, guide associates, and collaborate with culinary and operational partners to ensure every event is executed seamlessly.

This position supervises 6 hourly catering attendants and offers valuable opportunities to develop leadership skills while making a meaningful impact on the guest experience.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee all catering events from planning through execution and post-event breakdown.

• Coordinate event logistics, staffing, timelines, and service delivery to ensure high-quality results.

• Supervise, coach, and support a team of catering associates and temporary event staff.

• Partner with culinary leadership to develop menus that align with client needs and event objectives.

• Train associates on service standards, menu presentation, hospitality, and customer experience best practices.

• Monitor labor and food costs and support efforts to manage budgets effectively.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, guests, and internal stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and continuously improve service quality.

• Support broader food service operations and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing catering events.

• Experience leading, coaching, or supervising teams in a hospitality, food service, or catering environment.

• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.

• Knowledge of event operations, logistics, and service execution.

• Financial acumen, including experience monitoring labor and food costs.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• ServSafe Certification.

• At least 2 years of food service experience, including experience in a leadership or management capacity.

• Culinary knowledge or food production experience.

• Experience within restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, higher education, healthcare, military dining, or similar food service environments.

• Familiarity with current food, catering, and hospitality trends.

• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning.

Why Join Bon Appétit?

• Opportunity to lead a dynamic catering operation and make a visible impact on the guest experience.

• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

• Professional growth and development opportunities.

• Commuter benefits

• On-site gym and health center

• Opportunity to work alongside culinary and hospitality professionals who are passionate about quality and service.

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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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)

• 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1578249

Bon Appetit

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