Catering and Special Events Director

Director of Catering and Special Events

Position Description

We are seeking a Director of Catering and Special Events that will promote the club’s dining facilities for private banquets, business and social meetings, and other member related activities. Develops contracts/banquet orders for events and oversees all administrative and operational aspects of preparing and serving events. Works with management team to assure that the member’s expectations are exceeded.

Reports to the Assistant General Manager.

Job Responsibilities

· Promote the club’s social event facilities to all members.

· Assist members in arranging all private events including luncheons, meetings, weddings, dinners and other social events; obtains pertinent information needed for guest planning.

· Provide member/guest tours and offer suggestions in an effort to sell the merits of the club’s facilities for the occasion being planned.

· Work with the Executive Chef and the AGM to develop catering menus and seek the Chef’s advice in determining the selling prices for items not on the banquet menu; personally, produce contracts/event orders and distribute them to the appropriate staff members.

· Suggest menus and help members plan menus in conjunction with the Executive Chef and/or other culinary personnel, as well as the AGM.

· Work with Executive Chef in the planning and design of the food for events and retains the right of final interpretation, with regard to the member’s wishes.

· Assist members with entertainment, décor, audio/video and any other requirements integral to the event being planned.

· Work closely with the House Committee to develop and plan social events for all segments of the membership.

· Responsible for the creation and execution of all Club Events for members and guests.

· Create and maintain all P&L’s for all social events, regardless of size.

· Responsible or creative buffet displays for all events.

· Transmit necessary information and conduct event planning with production, serving and housekeeping staffs; arranges for printing of menu and procuring of decorations and entertainment.

· Responsible for timely and accurate billing of all private party events.

· Check special unction sheets against room set-up, oversees personnel scheduling for special functions and help supervise service personnel.

· Attend/conduct employee meetings to assure correct interpretation of event information and to review the upcoming week’s banquet activities.

· Immediately notifies Management Team of any party changes or additions that directly affect each department.

· Inspects finished arrangements; a high degree of personal presence is necessary to oversee the actual service and greeting of members and their guests.

· Handles member concerns and approves adjustments to the charges when necessary.

· Performs the duties of Closing Manager on Duty, when necessary.

· Assists with daily F&B operations as needed throughout Club property.

· All other projects and tasks as assigned by the AGM.

Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of catering experience, knowledge/experience in private club industry is a plus. Management experience in upscale restaurants, hotels, resorts or exclusive private clubs.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Canva and Club Management Software (Club Essential) is a plus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management or Extensive Experience in Private Clubs/Upscale Facilities.

Benefits

The successful candidate can anticipate a salary range of $85,000 - $95,000 10% bonus potential with a benefit package including 401k, Medical, Vision, Dental, Employee Holiday Fund, Paid Vacation & PTO, Cellphone Reimbursement, and Professional Organization Dues.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Events management: 1 year (Required)
• Customer service: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000