Catering Director

Montgomery College is seeking a strong, goal-oriented Catering Director

The Catering Director will work closely with our culinary teams at each of our campuses and will be responsible for managing events from the initial ordering process through to event execution and client follow up

This position is event based but mainly works within the college business hours

The successful candidate will:

• Ensure that all events are executed to standards and timelines set forth by Metz Culinary Management, the college and our clients
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests.
• Develop a strong rapport with clients and promote partnerships within the college and the community 
• Maintain and improve service level resulting in increased customer satisfaction
• Ensure all HAACP standards are followed for every event.
• Possess strong sales knowledge and the ability to create catering guides
• Prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed
• Extensive background in Catering services, focusing on customer service
• Strong focus on food quality and presentation, creating a better catering experience
• Strong leadership skills, computer skills, culinary knowledge, and food/beverage cost controls.
• Technical competence in unit financial management, pricing, and menu development and will be responsible for the training and development of front-line hourly employees and managers.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain professional, positive working relationships with multiple clients, liaisons, customers, employees, supervisors, and vendors.
• Exceptional time management skills and will be able to juggle multiple priorities across three campuses

Metz Culinary Management is growing and seeking a Rock Star Catering Director. This is a great opportunity to show off your hospitality and attention to detail creating beautiful presentations of food and displays while managing an awesome Team and contributing to the overall Business Development.  

Our catering events range from small casual business lunches to amazing and extravagant black tie events. Our Catering Director will oversee the Operations and Staff Management with responsibilities to include assembly and setup of all catering functions, servicing, employee training development, and Sales and Pricing. Must be able to read, write, use simple math, follow and give oral and written instructions. Ability to work quickly with hands and stand for long periods of time is essential. 

Responsibilities:

• Supervising the Catering Staff in Prep, Assembly and Setup of functions
• Sales and Business Development
• Employee Management and Scheduling
• Operate and maintain equipment in safe, and efficient manner
• Maintain department areas in neat and sanitary manner
• Assist with efficient operation of department
• Flexibility in schedule to attend functions outside normal hours

Metz Culinary Management Values are what separates us from the competition. Our Leaders share our Values, Attributes, and Strategic Focus reinforcing our culture and values every day to our Team Members creating an environment for personal growth, enrichment and career success. 

As one of the fastest growing companies in the industry, we continually seek talented and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to excellence. Join our team of over 7,000 team members who share a passion for Onsite Dining and Support Services, working together toward one common goal, excellence, in quality and service. We are committed to providing the atmosphere, opportunity, and benefits that enable us to be an employer of choice in the industry.

We are a family-driven company that delivers restaurant-inspired hospitality to everyone we serve.