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Catering Manager - Florida Restaurants

Location: 

Islamorada, FL, US, 33036

Req ID:  34812
Segment:  Restaurants & Hospitality

Rich Entertainment Group (REG) operates a vast and dynamic collection of entertainment businesses dedicated to bringing friends and families together through unique and memorable experiences.

 

Our love of food is reflected in our many dining and hospitality operations, including WNY’s preferred caterer, Rich’s Catering & Special Events; Cookie Patisserie & Bakery, your source for incredible wedding cakes and desserts for all occasions; and our collection of restaurants in Islamorada, FA, Kaiyo Grill & Sushi and Green Turtle Inn. We operate three minor league baseball teams, including the Buffalo Bisons, where we combine our passion for sports, entertainment and delicious food to create an affordable family experience at the ballpark. Celebrating WNY’s picturesque waterfront, we manage Canalside and Outer Harbor, which host a variety of arts, cultural, entertainment and fitness activities. The Travel Team, our esteemed full-service travel provider, delivers exceptional travel experiences to corporate, group and leisure customers around the world.

 

The many entities of REG are owned by Rich’s, a family-owned food company working in 100 locations globally with annual sales exceeding $4 billion.

 

To learn more, visit www.richentertainmentgroup.com.

 

PURPOSE STATEMENT

To manage & oversee all restaurant and offsite, including VIP and specialty events and design new marketing plans in order to drive the business towards reaching AOP while providing exceptional customer service.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES

  • Develop and execute a structured catering sales strategy, including targeting community and holiday events
  • Develop relationships to secure a variety of viable off site event locations; develop and maintain relationships with local associations, key businesses and institutions, etc.   
  • Weekly communication and reporting to Corporate via conference calls, including providing appropriate event documentation such as proposals, BEOs, and contracts prior to the call as weekly activity to generate business, and report sales progress
  • Administrative coordination, deliveries, rentals, set-up and oversight of complete execution of all aspects of catering event    
  • Maintain a minimum level of 40% profitability on each event
  • Recruit and retain a reliable and professional catering service staff; execute regular staff training sessions
  • Managerial / Administrative duties for restaurants when necessary
  • Be available to work evenings and weekends as well as holidays when required  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • 5-7 years of foodservice / catering experience
  • Exceptional and proven customer service skills
  • Professionally & efficiently problem solve in a fast paced, time sensitive environment
  • Strong organizational & time management skills and attention to detail
  • Experience with managing a large staff & team building
  • Self motivated
  • Assist chefs in developing creative menu selections for VIP and specialty events
  • Knowledge of wine & food pairing
  • Strong knowledge of all catering equipment and usage
  • Unrestricted Drivers License

COMPENSATION

 

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

 

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$55,000.00 - $65,000.00

 

 

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health & financial benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Family planning support
  • Flexible work policy
  • Associate resource groups
  • Volunteering & community impact opportunities
  • Holiday gatherings
  • In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

MEET RICH’S.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.


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