Catering Manager - The Institute For Advanced Learning & Research

Job Description Job Description The Institute of Advanced Learning and Research is seeking a self-driven, focused, and dynamic Catering Manager to join our growing team The ideal candidate will have a wealth of experience in the catering industry with supervisory or management experience. The main focus of the role is to oversee and manage the catering team and ensure that the highest standard of catering service is provided at all times.

Are you someone who enjoys interacting with guests and providing them with exceptional experiences? To succeed in this role, you will need to have a positive attitude, be detailed oriented, and deliver outstanding guest experiences. and have a "hard worker" mentality. The Catering Manager must be flexible, open-minded, and adaptable to change, with strong organizational, management and time management skills.

Additionally must be able to interact well with guests, members, management, and team members in a professional manner. The Manager will promote the core values of Taylor Hospitality, our associates, members, guests, and vendors. Management experience in a dining / function/ sales environment is necessary.

The Catering Manager will have excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills. It is necessary to use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to lead associates toward service and revenue goal achievement. Compensation & Benefits : $60,000 per year, along with Full-Time Team Member benefits including health, dental, vision, and life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts.

Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with senior executives, management, and the events team to understand the upcoming events and their requirements for catering. Actively take notes and details about these events, ready for the delegation to the catering team.

Delegate and organize the team to ensure efficient and productive work is completed to execute the catering seamlessly. Order supplies, food and ingredients, and any other required materials for the catered events. Liaise with the clients to take into account any changes to the events such as guest numbers, allergies, dietary requirements, or catering changes.

Ensure proper stock rotation is completed. Ensure that the catering team is performing to their best ability by completing regular performance reviews and addressing any issues that arise. Liaise with and utilize external vendors where required, for example, food and beverage suppliers.

Manage the catering department budget and complete forecasts and reports where required. Collaborate with the HR department to hire and train new catering staff as needed. Qualifications: Degree in catering or another related hospitality field; or 2 years of experience in a similar role and equivalent education.

Professional, presentable, and well-groomed for each event. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Confident to communicate with various people from different backgrounds.

Great attention to detail. Excellent leadership abilities with fine-tuned delegation skills. Good problem-solving abilities.

Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set and achieve KPIs. Good understanding of food and beverage hygiene.

Additional Information: Kindly, be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities, duties, or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability. The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research acts as a catalyst for regional economic transformation. The mission is achieved through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, advanced manufacturing, and conference services.

Driving Economic Transformation is the driving force behind all our endeavors at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Each of our divisions plays a crucial role in upholding and delivering this mission on a daily basis. About the Company: Up to Par Management | Taylor Hospitality Vision is to be an Exceptional Hospitality and Golf Management Company built by Exceptional Team Members who are Delivering on our Purpose to Positively Impact Others.