CATERING DIRECTOR at Compass Group in New York

Salary: $90000 - $95000 / 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

Seeking an organized, customer-focused Catering Director to lead execution of on-site events, manage day-to-day catering operations, and grow revenue through creative marketing and business development. The ideal candidate ensures flawless event execution, builds client relationships, and drives repeat and new business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end execution of catering events (corporate, social, weddings, private parties), ensuring quality, timing, and client satisfaction.
• Create, maintain, and manage detailed run-of-show documents and event timelines; coordinate vendors, staff, equipment, and venue logistics.
• Lead and supervise catering teams (servers, bartenders, setup/teardown, chefs) including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Manage client communication from inquiry to post-event follow-up; conduct site visits and pre-event meetings.
• Coordinate menu planning, special requests, dietary needs, and quality control with culinary team.
• Develop and implement creative marketing strategies to grow catering revenue: targeted promotions, partnerships, social media campaigns, upsell packages, and local outreach.
• Track leads, proposals, contracts, and conversion metrics; prepare regular sales and operations reports.
• Maintain budgets, pricing strategies, inventory control, and vendor relationships; approve purchasing as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations; uphold company standards for service and presentation.
• Troubleshoot on-site issues quickly and professionally to maintain guest satisfaction.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in catering, events, or hospitality management; prior experience managing events and staff.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to create and execute detailed runs of show and timelines.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth through marketing, partnerships, or business development.
• Excellent client-facing communication, negotiation, and sales skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities under pressure; flexible schedule.
• Familiarity with catering operations: food service, beverage control, inventory, and vendor management.

Apply to Flik today!

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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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf

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: 1528441

Flik Hospitality Group

JEANNE M LANE

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