CATERING OPERATIONS DIRECTOR St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY
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Job Location:
Saint John - Canada
Monthly Salary:
$ 75000 - 80000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: St. John Fisher University campus
Salary: $75000 - $80000
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
Filling every occasion with great food and service! We are currently seeking a Senior Catering Director to lead our high-volume and premiere catering department at St. John Fisher University in Rochester NY. This role involves developing and implementing catering solutions that meet customer needs and client goals while collaborating closely with our Executive Chef on menu development. Events encompass a diverse spectrum spanning from coffee services to specialized student events to exclusive VIP dining occasions hosted both on-campus and off-campus. The successful candidate will join a strong experienced team of culinary professionals who have proudly achieved the #1 ranking in Niche for NY state.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and oversee all internal and external catering events to ensure seamless execution outstanding customer service and meeting client goals.
- Create and grow the catering marketing plan providing customers with comprehensive event planning service and detailed menu development that aligns with their needs and preferences.
- Establish competitive pricing that effectively covers all catering costs.
- Develop menu options for students that are accessible and affordable.
- Lead the hiring training scheduling and processing of payroll of catering staff
- Develop and educate existing catering staff in service techniques menu presentation policies and procedures.
- Ensure the successful operations of catering functions including meticulous control over labor and food costs and responsibility for preparation transportation setup operation and cleanup of all events.
- Collaborate with the management and Chartwells marketing teams to implement effective strategies designed to build catering revenue and attract new business.
- Foster strong relationships at Fisher and in the community to align our programs with their ideas and budgets ensuring satisfaction and account retention.
- Regularly participate in campus wide event planning meetings Partner with the Fisher reservations office for seamless coordination of groups event spaces and vendors
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of the dining service program.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in catering leadership including two years in management.
- Proven experience in booking selecting and costing menu items pricing contracts and sourcing temporary help and equipment.
- Strong ability to supervise food preparation service and cleanup ensuring high-quality standards are consistently met.
- Flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays as needed.
- Must be experienced with computers.
- ServSafe Certified.
Advance your career journey with us where innovation and creativity thrive and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of shaping exceptional dining experiences.
About the University
St. John Fisher University is an independent liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3800 undergraduate masters and doctoral students each year. The Universitys residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome regardless of religious or cultural background and we are proud of our dining program that provides great food and great service to our students.
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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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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