Catering & Bar Manager
Position Title: Catering & Bar Manager
Salary: $65,000 - $70,000
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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
- Support planning, setup, and execution of catering events, collaborating with culinary and service teams
- Ensure smooth event flow, staffing, and overall guest experience
- Assist with event logistics, timelines, and communication with client partners
- Lead bar operations, ensuring excellent service, consistent standards, and a safe serving environment
- Train, develop, and supervise team members on responsible alcohol service procedures
- Develop seasonal beverage menus, craft cocktails, and specialty drink features
- Manage purchasing of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages in partnership with approved vendors
- Maintain inventory systems, stock rotation, and cost management strategies
- Ensure compliance with all state and local alcohol laws and RA policies
- Schedule, train, and develop FOH team members supporting catering and bar operations
- Promote a positive, inclusive working environment and coach team members toward growth
- Maintain strong working relationships with culinary partners, client teams, vendors, and service staff
- Assist with budgeting, inventory management, and cost controls
- Monitor bar revenue, waste reduction, and purchasing decisions to support financial goals
- Maintain accurate beverage logs, event records, and compliance documentation
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with CoStar partners and onsite contacts
- Ensure service excellence across all catering and bar operations
- Support communication around event needs, beverage selections, and special requests
What We’re Looking For
- Experience supporting catering, events, or bar operations
- Knowledge of craft cocktails, wine varietals, spirits, and current beverage trends
- Ability to manage large inventories and oversee cost‑effective purchasing
- Skill in training and coaching teams in service standards and responsible alcohol service
- Strong communication, organization, and planning skills
- Comfort working in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment
- Background in hospitality management, beverage leadership, or bar management
- Familiarity with budgeting, loss prevention, and inventory systems
- Experience supervising a team in food and beverage settings
- Certifications in alcohol service, safe food handling, and/or hospitality training
- Understanding of state and local alcohol service laws
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
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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/
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
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.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID: 1517350
Restaurant Associates
Michael Abbey
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Nearest Major Market: Richmond
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