SENIOR CATERING MANAGER
Compass GroupAbout the role
Position Title: SR. CATERING MANAGER - MARLBOROUGH, MA
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000
As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.
Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com.
Job Summary
We're looking for a Senior Catering Manager who thrives on bringing corporate caterering events to life from inquiry to final cleanup. You'll be the steady hand behind every catering order, the mentor who builds a service team that takes pride in their craft, and the creative force who keeps our culinary programs fresh, sustainable, and memorable. If you love the energy of a packed event calendar and the satisfaction of a job done right, this is your stage. Come grow with US at Compass Group - Eurest!
What You'll Own
- Daily Catering Operations — Lead the full lifecycle of every on site catered event: planning, execution, and the small details that make the difference between good and unforgettable.
- Team Leadership & Development — Supervise, train, and grow a team of hourly employees, including delivery and culinary staff, building a crew that performs under pressure and takes ownership of their work.
- Culinary Programs — Partner on menu development and presentation that reflects current trends and a genuine commitment to sustainability and sustainable food practices.
- Customer Service — Be the friendly, responsive voice clients count on, managing a high-volume and diverse customer base with professionalism and warmth.
- Financial Management — Keep a close eye on the numbers, from accurate invoicing to cost analysis that keeps operations healthy and profitable.
- Special Events — Step up for the events that need extra finesse, coordinating logistics that ensure flawless delivery, setup, and breakdown.
- Marketing & Sales — Support sales efforts and event order communications that turn inquiries into loyal, repeat clients.
What You Bring
- A.S. degree or equivalent hands-on experience
- At least two years in a similar hospitality or catering role
- General hospitality knowledge with an interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices
- A natural ability to connect with a diverse, high-volume customer base in a friendly, efficient way
- Comfort navigating a web-based ordering system — managing customer requests, order changes, menu updates, and client profiles
- Solid skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Sharp, professional email communication with clients and customers
- Willingness to meet company uniform standards and follow all PPE guidelines
- Self-motivation to work with minimal supervision, solve problems independently, and keep things moving without waiting for instruction
If you're ready to lead delight clients and make every event feel like the best one yet, we'd love to hear from you.
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