CATERING OPERATIONS DIRECTOR St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY
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Job Location:
Saint John - Canada
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: St. John Fisher University campus
Salary:
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
Bring your creativity leadership and passion for exceptional events to a vibrant university community.
Are you a dynamic catering professional who loves elevating experiences building relationships and leading talented teams Chartwells Higher Education is seeking an innovative Catering Operations Director to oversee all catering and event operations at St. John Fisher University where hospitality and community come together.
In this highly visible role youll shape the catering vision for campus eventsfrom intimate VIP receptions to highimpact university celebrations. Youll lead a dedicated team cultivate client partnerships and ensure every event reflects excellence in quality service and presentation.
What Youll Do
As our Catering Operations Director youll bring events to life through creativity collaboration and exceptional operational oversight:
- Lead all internal and external catering operations ensuring every event is executed flawlesslyfrom planning and production to setup and final impressions.
- Develop a strategic catering marketing plan and deliver fullservice event planning support including custom menu creation and experience design.
- Recruit train and inspire a highperforming catering team fostering growth in presentation service and professional standards.
- Drive operational excellence by managing labor controls food costs production efficiency transportation and event logistics.
What Were Looking For
- Youre someone who thrives in a fastpaced event environment loves creating memorable experiences and leads with vision and confidence.
- achelors degree in Hospitality Culinary Arts or a related field
- 5 years of hospitality experience including 2 years in management (Catering Management preferred)
- Strong background in menu selection costing pricing and contract management
- Proven ability to supervise food production service flow and event cleanup
- A creative mindset paired with exceptional organizational and leadership skills
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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
Chartwells HE
KRISTINA MCCARTHY
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Employee Relations
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Conflict Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Leadership management
- Financial Planning
About Company
As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group North America is a family of companies building experiences for all of our customers.
