Director of Executive Conference Catering
Salary: $95,000 - $110,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !
Job Summary
Location: 1585 Broadway
Hours: Primarily Monday through Friday daytime. Some evenings required.
Step into a leadership role at the heart of Manhattan’s premier corporate campus and elevate the standard of executive dining. As Director of Executive Conference Catering, you will oversee one of the city’s most dynamic catering and delivery operations—where precision, hospitality, and innovation converge to create unforgettable experiences.
This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape high-touch service programs across multiple locations, ensuring flawless execution and a true white-glove experience at every interaction. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at orchestrating complex logistics with elegance and professionalism, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
- Lead with Excellence: Direct daily catering operations and on-site events, managing everything from staffing and scheduling to food preparation, transport, setup, and post-event breakdown.
- Deliver Unmatched Hospitality: Ensure every detail reflects precision and polish, creating seamless experiences for executive-level clientele.
- Drive Operational Success: Develop and maintain SOPs for service delivery, guest experience, and event execution while resolving real-time challenges during peak periods.
- Build and Inspire Teams: Hire, train, and mentor catering staff, fostering growth in service techniques, menu presentation, and hospitality standards.
- Collaborate for Impact: Partner with event planners and culinary leaders to design menus that reflect client feedback and market trends.
- Own the Details: Manage menu costing, contract pricing, and sourcing of temporary staff and equipment to support exceptional event execution.
What We’re Looking For
- Hospitality Expertise: 5+ years in the industry, including 3+ years in management—preferably in luxury catering, banquets, or high-volume service environments.
- Operational Mastery: Proven ability to execute complex, multi-floor events with precision and consistency.
- Financial Acumen: Experience in menu costing, contract pricing, and labor cost management.
- Leadership Skills: A track record of building solution-oriented teams and thriving in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
- Commitment to Excellence: Ability to supervise every stage of service with a focus on operational excellence and an elevated guest experience.
Join us and redefine what executive dining means in Manhattan. If you’re ready to lead with vision, precision, and hospitality at the highest level, we want to hear from you
Associates at Restaurant Associates 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
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
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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.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
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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