CATERING DIRECTOR
Salary: $95000 - $100000 / year
What makes FLIK click
What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary
As our Catering Director, you will lead all catering and event operations in a fast‑paced, client‑focused law firm environment. This role is central to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences for attorneys, staff, and high‑profile clients. You will oversee daily catering services and special events, manage and mentor a dedicated team, and build strong internal client relationships—all while ensuring flawless execution and outstanding presentation.
You are both a strategic planner and a hands‑on leader, passionate about quality, service excellence, and creating memorable experiences through food and hospitality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute internal and external catering events ranging from daily meetings to high‑profile client functions
- Develop and manage a dynamic catering and events program, including menu design, event concepts, and customized planning services
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to anticipate needs and deliver tailored hospitality solutions
- Recruit, train, schedule, and lead catering staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, service excellence, and continuous improvement
- Provide ongoing coaching and development in service standards, culinary presentation, policies, and procedures
- Ensure seamless execution of all catering functions, overseeing preparation, transportation, setup, service, and post‑event cleanup
- Manage operational performance with a focus on labor optimization, food cost controls, quality assurance, and efficiency
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of hospitality experience, including at least two (2) years in a catering or management role
- Proven experience in menu planning, event booking, cost analysis, contract pricing, and coordination of temporary staff and equipment
- Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup across multiple events
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and client‑service skills with a polished professional presence
Apply to Flik today!
Flik is a member of Compass Group USA
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Associates at Flik Hospitality 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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1522312
Flik Hospitality Group
JEANNE M LANE
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Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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