Position Title: Director of Special Events
Pay 13
Reports To: Director of Catering Services
Salary: $85,000 - $100,000
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,
As the Director of Special Events for a premier corporate client, you'll serve as the main point of contact for for special events. In this role, you'll work directly with our clients planning outstanding on-premise events.
Work schedule is Monday through Friday and hours will vary depending on event schedule (primarily daytime hours). The position entails a need for excellent attention to detail and communication skills and the ability to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities:
Develops and implements service standards for small and large special events across different sites in NYC
Plans menus, layout, decor, and booking entertainment (when appropriate) for catered events.
Manages the event budget from the initial stage and provides after event summary and cost
Collaborates and supports Director of Catering Services and Executive Chef in planning events
Identifies client/guest needs and interacts in a positive, proactive manner
Maintains accurate tracking and billing systems for catered events
Disseminates information to all concerned department heads and staff members through preparation and distribution of detailed function sheets at regularly scheduled intervals
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of food and industry trends
Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing catering events in a high volume, luxury F&B environment
ServSafe certification, recommended
Superior communication and problem-solving/strategizing skills
Excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
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 for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1440713
Restaurant Associates
Leah Curry
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