The Catering Director is responsible for the alignment of the Catering Department and all catering efforts with Cater to You’s strategic plan to consistently deliver the highest level of excellence to our clients. In this position you are responsible for adapting and implementing CtY’s strategic plan company wide as well as the planning and execution of a large number of catered events.<br><br>You will provide strategic direction to the management teams in our accounts by promoting best business practices in order to uphold CtY’s mission of executing events that exceed client expectations, in a fiscally sound manner.Crucial to your success is understanding CtY’s high standard of food quality, presentation, and level of attention the to details. You will directly work with our clients, unit team members and outside vendors. You are expected to foster professional, efficient and productive relationships.<br><br>In addition to Catering Department strategic responsibilities, you will be taking charge of all the day-to-day activities, including a well-structured workflow that allows for a smooth administrative process, accurate financial output, and a collaborative environment within the CtY support team.<br><br>Essential Functions and Responsibilities:<br><br>Strategic Planning and Department Leadership<br>· Monitor catering operations by visiting contracted accounts to plan projects, implement new processes and technology, and to ensure sufficient resources are available for catered events.<br><br>· Assist in the creation of standardized event menus.<br><br>· Work closely with the Finance and Accounting Department to provide accurate departmental forecasting and timely departmental results.<br><br>· Assist in the development of FileMaker (Catering Technology Platform) to enhance client experience and find further operational efficiencies.<br><br>· Provide strategic leadership to units to ensure client satisfaction and account retention.<br><br>· Provide services in support of the sales effort through feasibility studies, pricing, and quality service.<br><br>· Creates continuity between daily food service operations and catered events execution in the areas of customer service, production, and safety and sanitation.<br><br>Catered Events Management<br>· Work closely with unit Chef Managers and Operations Team members to provide overall planning, direction and control of catering events on and off-site.<br>· Interact with client management at each location and establish/maintain effective performance-based client and customer relations.<br>· Write proposals and present them to the client in a timely manner.<br>· Utilize FileMaker as the central database to record events.<br>· Ensure event set up meets Cater to You presentation standards and client expectations.<br>· Ensure proper staffing of catered events focusing, on efficiency and adhering to the budget.<br><br><br>About Cater to You Food Services:<br>Thirty years ago Cater to You Food Service began providing lunch programs to independent schools. Today, CtY prepares more than 13,000 fresh meals daily for students ranging from pre-schoolers to high school seniors. Our wholesome offerings are always created on-site, from scratch, using better-for-you premium products.<br><br>Cater to You Food Service is the leading on-premise dining services provider for independent schools in the NYC Metro area. The students we serve enjoy the most delicious meals prepared from scratch, served by our exceptionally trained and personable staff. Our dining programs focus on simply prepared, wholesome, and tasty offerings created with better-for-you ingredients including hormone and antibiotic-free proteins, whole grains, legumes, healthy fats, and an abundance of colorful, seasonal vegetables and fruits. This foundation drives a unique and individualized dining experience that is also a reflection of each school’s culture.

The Catering Director is responsible for the alignment of the Catering Department and all catering efforts with Cater to You’s strategic plan to consistently deliver the highest level of excellence to our clients. In this position you are responsible for adapting and implementing CtY’s strategic plan company wide as well as the planning and execution of a large number of catered events.<br><br>You will provide strategic direction to the management teams in our accounts by promoting best business practices in order to uphold CtY’s mission of executing events that exceed client expectations, in a fiscally sound manner.Crucial to your success is understanding CtY’s high standard of food quality, presentation, and level of attention the to details. You will directly work with our clients, unit team members and outside vendors. You are expected to foster professional, efficient and productive relationships.<br><br>In addition to Catering Department strategic responsibilities, you will be taking charge of all the day-to-day activities, including a well-structured workflow that allows for a smooth administrative process, accurate financial output, and a collaborative environment within the CtY support team.<br><br>Essential Functions and Responsibilities:<br><br>Strategic Planning and Department Leadership<br>· Monitor catering operations by visiting contracted accounts to plan projects, implement new processes and technology, and to ensure sufficient resources are available for catered events.<br><br>· Assist in the creation of standardized event menus.<br><br>· Work closely with the Finance and Accounting Department to provide accurate departmental forecasting and timely departmental results.<br><br>· Assist in the development of FileMaker (Catering Technology Platform) to enhance client experience and find further operational efficiencies.<br><br>· Provide strategic leadership to units to ensure client satisfaction and account retention.<br><br>· Provide services in support of the sales effort through feasibility studies, pricing, and quality service.<br><br>· Creates continuity between daily food service operations and catered events execution in the areas of customer service, production, and safety and sanitation.<br><br>Catered Events Management<br>· Work closely with unit Chef Managers and Operations Team members to provide overall planning, direction and control of catering events on and off-site.<br>· Interact with client management at each location and establish/maintain effective performance-based client and customer relations.<br>· Write proposals and present them to the client in a timely manner.<br>· Utilize FileMaker as the central database to record events.<br>· Ensure event set up meets Cater to You presentation standards and client expectations.<br>· Ensure proper staffing of catered events focusing, on efficiency and adhering to the budget.<br><br><br>About Cater to You Food Services:<br>Thirty years ago Cater to You Food Service began providing lunch programs to independent schools. Today, CtY prepares more than 13,000 fresh meals daily for students ranging from pre-schoolers to high school seniors. Our wholesome offerings are always created on-site, from scratch, using better-for-you premium products.<br><br>Cater to You Food Service is the leading on-premise dining services provider for independent schools in the NYC Metro area. The students we serve enjoy the most delicious meals prepared from scratch, served by our exceptionally trained and personable staff. Our dining programs focus on simply prepared, wholesome, and tasty offerings created with better-for-you ingredients including hormone and antibiotic-free proteins, whole grains, legumes, healthy fats, and an abundance of colorful, seasonal vegetables and fruits. This foundation drives a unique and individualized dining experience that is also a reflection of each school’s culture.