Dir, Catering Sr Northwestern University Chicago, Il
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 85000 - 90000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Chicago IL
Salary: $85000 - $90000
Other Forms of Compensation: Full Benefits and 401K
At over 300 college & universities around the countryChartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.
We are seeking hungry humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.
Job Summary
Join Chartwells as the Senior Catering Director for a flagship university account servicing the Northwestern University downtown community including the prestigious Prtizker School of Law and Feinberg School of Medicine programs.
We offer free parking commuter assistance cell phone reimbursement long-term growth with a stable market leader and a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes the best in class health vision dental plans along with 401K matching short and long term disability life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Programs including wellness and legal support. We also offer paid time off and paid holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily Catering Operations
- Manage multiple events daily with attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Supervise and development staff
- Execute Culinary Programs
- Provide outstanding customer service
- Conduct Financial Management and Analysis
- Direct Special Events Marketing and Sales of events and lead on site field support for events
Preferred Qualifications
- A.S. or equivalent experience
- General Hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices
- At least two years experience in food service operations leadership with an emphasis in catering
- Ability to interact with diverse and high-volume customer base in a friendly and efficient manner
- Ability to operate web based ordering system process customer requests changes to orders menu updates and client profiles
- Proficient with word processing and spread sheet applications
- Ability to write professional and efficient emails to clients and customers
- Possess the ability to meet Company specific uniform standards for this position
- Utilize all Personal Protective Equipments per Company guidelines
- Ability to work at times with minimal supervision and accomplish tasks without direct instruction and problem solve for the best solutions
- This position supervises numerous employees including delivery personnel and culinary personnel
Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!
Chartwells Higher Education 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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Chartwells Higher Edare 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 for paid time off benefits information
Req ID:1465238
Chartwells HE
CINDY SCHOENFELD
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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About Company
Compass Group Canada is the country’s leading foodservice and support services provider with over 25,000 associates across the country.
