Catering Manager- San Antonio, TX
- Schedule: M-F 6am-3pm but will vary with events
- Pay Range: 55,000.00- 60,000.00 w/ Bonus Potential
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Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. The Eurest Promise, “connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise,” is exemplified throughout our organization. Eurest is proud to serve the world’s most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500.
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Catering Manager oversees all aspects of catering operations, including event execution, team leadership, and client service. This role is responsible for training associates, coordinating event logistics, and ensuring high-quality service delivery from setup through breakdown. The Catering Manager partners with culinary and operations teams to deliver exceptional experiences while managing labor and food costs.
Key Responsibilities
Event Operations
- Supervise and execute all catering events, ensuring quality and consistency
- Oversee event setup, service, cleanup, and breakdown procedures
- Manage logistics, sanitation, and facility-related activities
Team Leadership & Training
- Train and develop catering associates on service techniques, presentation, and customer service
- Direct temporary staff and ensure alignment with service standards
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication
- Coordinate with management, clients, and staff to ensure expectations are met
Financial & Operational Management
- Track and manage labor and food costs for each event
- Support overall foodservice operations and continuous improvement efforts
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Executes events seamlessly with strong attention to detail
- Builds positive client relationships and consistently meets expectations
- Leads and develops a high-performing service team
- Manages multiple events and priorities effectively
- Maintains strong cost control and operational discipline
Qualifications
- 2+ years of food service experience, including 1+ year in a leadership role
- Catering experience required; background in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, healthcare, education, or similar environments preferred
- Knowledge of food trends, production, sanitation, and cost control
- Strong financial, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- ServSafe certification required
Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.
Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1536289
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