Compass Group
Sr Events and Catering Planning Manager
Compass Group, Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Position Title:
Sr Events and Catering Planning ManagerSalary:
100,000-103,000Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things: great food and outstanding service! We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. You will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. Our rapid growth translates into exciting opportunities for our people!Job Summary
The Events & Catering Manager for Bon Appetit Management Company is responsible for the successful execution of all events and catering functions. This position will also assist the Sr. Events & Catering Manager/ Director of Events & Catering in supervising the sales and event order communications, scheduling and training of service staff, planning, delivery, set up, clean up, and proper invoicing for all daily events.POSITION OBJECTIVES:
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.Own the end-to-end planning and project management for each event.Conduct post-event analysis to evaluate the success of each event, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.Creative problem solver who can develop outstanding event concepts that resonate with the target audience.A positive, can-do attitude.Major Duties
Daily OperationsWork collaboratively with all Events & Catering team members across all neighborhoods.Ensure that all daily client requests are processed and fulfilled to client and Bon Appetit expectations.Ensure that all Events & Catering standards are met and executed.Assist the Events & Catering Sr. Manager / Director of Events & Catering in scheduling hourly personnel appropriately based upon business needs and events.Manage vendor relationships by working with external vendors and processing vendor invoices promptly.Manage daily reconciliation of company issued credit card for departmental purchases.Collaborate with Chefs in planning and execution of assigned Catering events/requests.Manage simultaneous event timelines with strict adherence to deadlines.Supervision and Staff DevelopmentAssist with supervising all hourly Events & Catering Set-Up Employees and Coordinators.Maintain hourly staff payroll in unit timekeeping system.Assist with interviews, hiring, and training staff for Events & Catering positions.Provide feedback and support to employees to further their development.Culinary Program
Work with culinary team to ensure all catering menu items meet Bon Appetit's Sustainability Commitments.Ensure that all catering orders and event sheets are distributed and updated clearly for all staff.Customer Service
Be the Events & Catering expert to go above and beyond client expectations.Interact with customers and resolve complaints in a friendly and service-oriented manner.Qualifications
General Hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices.At least two years similar work experience.Excellent organizational and communication skills required.Ability to read and comprehend elaborate instructions, event requests, correspondence, and memos.Ability to work flexible schedules based on business demands.Self-motivated and work with a sense of urgency.Apply to Bon Appetit today!Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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Sr Events and Catering Planning ManagerSalary:
100,000-103,000Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things: great food and outstanding service! We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. You will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. Our rapid growth translates into exciting opportunities for our people!Job Summary
The Events & Catering Manager for Bon Appetit Management Company is responsible for the successful execution of all events and catering functions. This position will also assist the Sr. Events & Catering Manager/ Director of Events & Catering in supervising the sales and event order communications, scheduling and training of service staff, planning, delivery, set up, clean up, and proper invoicing for all daily events.POSITION OBJECTIVES:
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.Own the end-to-end planning and project management for each event.Conduct post-event analysis to evaluate the success of each event, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.Creative problem solver who can develop outstanding event concepts that resonate with the target audience.A positive, can-do attitude.Major Duties
Daily OperationsWork collaboratively with all Events & Catering team members across all neighborhoods.Ensure that all daily client requests are processed and fulfilled to client and Bon Appetit expectations.Ensure that all Events & Catering standards are met and executed.Assist the Events & Catering Sr. Manager / Director of Events & Catering in scheduling hourly personnel appropriately based upon business needs and events.Manage vendor relationships by working with external vendors and processing vendor invoices promptly.Manage daily reconciliation of company issued credit card for departmental purchases.Collaborate with Chefs in planning and execution of assigned Catering events/requests.Manage simultaneous event timelines with strict adherence to deadlines.Supervision and Staff DevelopmentAssist with supervising all hourly Events & Catering Set-Up Employees and Coordinators.Maintain hourly staff payroll in unit timekeeping system.Assist with interviews, hiring, and training staff for Events & Catering positions.Provide feedback and support to employees to further their development.Culinary Program
Work with culinary team to ensure all catering menu items meet Bon Appetit's Sustainability Commitments.Ensure that all catering orders and event sheets are distributed and updated clearly for all staff.Customer Service
Be the Events & Catering expert to go above and beyond client expectations.Interact with customers and resolve complaints in a friendly and service-oriented manner.Qualifications
General Hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices.At least two years similar work experience.Excellent organizational and communication skills required.Ability to read and comprehend elaborate instructions, event requests, correspondence, and memos.Ability to work flexible schedules based on business demands.Self-motivated and work with a sense of urgency.Apply to Bon Appetit today!Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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