CATERING MANAGER - Cradle of Aviation - Garden City, NY - Compass Group, North America

CulinArt Sector

Salary: $80,000-$90,000/ year.


Other Forms of Compensation:


Pay Grade: 11





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



Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an exceptionally dynamic and ambitious team? CulinArt Group, a member of Compass Group USA is seeking a Catering Manager for our prestigious Cradle of Aviation location in Garden City, NY. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an elite organization dedicated to delivering detailed service and unforgettable catering experiences.


You will be responsible for menu development, costing, and marketing functions related to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control, food cost control, preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and clean-up of all events.





Join us in delivering outstanding, world-class catering services and become part of a team that values teamwork, excellence, and innovation.


Key Responsibilities:



+ Hires, trains, and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures


+ Creates operating statements, reports, operational budgets, and reviews of the collection of receivables


+ Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions


+ Creates proposals, contracts, and banquet event orders


+ Prepares and monitors budgets, financial targets and forecasts


+ Maintains local client's database and builds and maintains relationships with vendors


+ Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP


+ Performs related duties and special projects as assigned



Preferred Qualifications:



+ Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience


+ PA minimum of two years of experience in the hospitality industry including one year of experience in catering


+ Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends, and fine dining points of service


+ Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills


+ Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction


+ Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs


+ The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and clean-up is also essential


+ Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events.


+ Superior quantitative, oral, and written communication and problem-solving/strategizing skills


+ Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes, and must possess attention to detail


+ Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint


+ Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.


+ Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior


+ Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities









Apply to CulinArt today!


CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA


Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story! (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)





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.


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)



Req ID: 1356256


CulinArt Sector


NANCY M TEIXEIRA


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