Experience Manager
Position Title: Experience Manager
Salary: 85,000-95,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
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
We are seeking an Experience Manager to support the overall guest and employee experience across the account with a strong focus on event coordination and catering service execution. The role blends hospitality, operations, and client engagement to ensure high-quality experiences throughout daily service and special events. The ideal candidate is service-minded, adaptable, and comfortable overseeing a wide range of experience-driven activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and support daily catering and event operations to ensure seamless and professional execution.
Coordinate logistics related to meetings, events, and onsite experiences, including setup, service flow, and post-event breakdown.
Partner with the culinary leaders and internal teams on general menu planning and event requirements.
Act as a point of contact for clients and guests, maintaining strong relationships and delivering high-quality service.
Provide guidance to experienced and catering staff; assist with training as needed.
Maintain oversight of event timelines, resources, and service standards.
Support experience-enhancing initiatives throughout the account as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Experience in hospitality, catering, events, or related service-forward environments.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer-service skills.
Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
General understanding of event operations or food service workflow.
Proficiency with standard office software and basic administrative tools.
Apply to Bon Appetit today!
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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.
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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.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1514973
Bon Appetit
BRYAN GONI
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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