Manager Of Catering Jobs in District Of Columbia

Job Title: Catering Director Company: Hyatt Corp Location: Washington, DC Description: Hires, trains, manages and coaches approximately three to ten catering managers in their selling process. Primary responsibility is to book catering business.

Job Title: Catering Operations Manager Company: Location: Washington, DC Description: Expanding and dynamic catering company, Georgetown Catering in Washington, DC, has an excellent opportunity for a Catering Operations Manager. We are considering outgoing, up-beat, experienced candidates who may currently hold (or have held) an Assistant F&B Director position or Assistant Banquet Manager. We need a creative, very hands-on, self starter to manage daily operations and assist in future repositioning of Georgetown Catering. Georgetown Catering is an up-beat management company who places an emphasis on honesty, integrity, and professionalism--candidates must possess these qualities. Because of our future expansion plans, opportunities for professional development and growth beyond this position may be available for qualified candidates. This position will report directly to the Executive Director of Catering. MUST PROVIDE RESUME, COVER LETTER, and SALARY RANGE. Banquet and Hospitality operations experience is required, as well as excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications, customer service and financial analysis skills. Job Requirements: The ideal candidate would have: o Strong kitchen and catering operation training experience o Strong cost control experience o Extensive knowledge of front-of-house operations o Extensive knowledge of back-of-house operations o Must have a valid Drivers License and pass DOT Certification qualifications. o Excellent written & verbal communication, organizational and leadership skills o Knowledge of Serv-Safe, DOT, T.I.P.S. and HACCP implementation of critical control points o Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook o Ability to interview, hire and train new personnel in accordance with hotel policies and standards o Ability to foster and promote a cooperative and upbeat working climate o Ability to create new and innovative menu items o Ability to read and understand P&L statements o Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills o Excellent customer service skills o Leadership abilities o Ability to multi-task o Ability to work in fast paced environment and respond to change quickly o Ability to work long hours and weekends as events require o Ability to work with high-profile clientele Management Position? Yes Entry-Level Position? No Work Permit Needed? Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the United States will not be considered. Job Available: Immediately

Job Title: Catering Coordinator Company: Monaco Washington DC Hotel Location: Washington, DC Description: The Hotel Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel, is seeking an energetic, service-oriented candidate to join the Catering Sales Team as a Catering Coordinator. The ideal candidate will be an experienced administrative professional with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and anticipate the needs of our clients and the sales team. Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Job Title: Catering Coordinator Company: Starwood Location: Washington, DC Description: The Administrative Assistant supports and assists designated managers or departments in daily administrative duties. The person who will fills this important role will be responsible for interacting with guests, clients, and associates to ensure excellent guest service and to communicate the goals of the department. The ideal candidate will be a organized, personable and enthusiastic individual that keeps confidentiality as the highest priority. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to: receiving incoming calls, handling guest and associate requests, maintaining various tracking and filing systems, acting as a liaison between departments, generating reports and creating presentations. This position is critical to the successful operation of the department as well as the hotel and is a key factor incontributing to a professional environment.

Job Title: Banquet Manager Company: Destination Hotels and Resorts Location: Washington, DC Description: Who We Are:Destination Hotels & Resorts began in 1972 with the development and management of condominium resorts. Since then, we have grown to become the country's second largest independent hospitality management company with more than 7,500 employees, over 7,000 guest rooms, and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management. We are a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based Lowe Enterprises, a privately-held, national real estate organization active in commercial and hospitality property investment, management, and development. Since its inception, Lowe has been responsible for more than $6 billion in prominent real estate assets nationwide.Destination Hotels & Resorts is unique in the lodging industry in that our primary mission is to create value for guests, investors, and associates in each of our hotels and resorts. We do this by developing an innovative, customized business and service plan for each property we manage and combining it with the sales, marketing, and operating resources of a company many times our size. This lodging industry expertise, together with the real estate savvy of Lowe, has allowed us to bring a different perspective to the hotel management business.Our Culture:Destination Hotels & Resorts fosters a creative, entrepreneurial and energetic work environment where people come to work and have fun. We value passionate people who love to be challenged and desire the freedom to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your role will be integral to the success of our company. We strive to create a work place culture that values family, work life balance and community. We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers with DH&R. Our associates are proud to work here! POSITION SCOPE:Coordinates and supervises the activities of the banquet wait staff, bartenders, set-up personnel and reviews audiovisual requirements and overall set-up to ensure that all banquet functions meet client needs and expectations. Manages and executes all phases of the hotel’s off-site catering program including solicitation of orders, creation of BEO’s, set-up and delivery of catering and client review and approval of charges.REPORTS TO: General Manager ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Reviews all banquet functions, ensures adequate staffing levels, supplies, and checks for special needs or arrangements. Prepares daily assignment sheets for all banquet personnel and conducts pre-shift meetings.2. Coordinates with kitchen regarding the food preparation and timeliness to make sure all is according to specifications.3. If primary client contact when group is on-site; includes client greeting, BEO review, introduction of staff and post-event meeting4. Confers with all wait and bartenders staff of the function on any last minute arrangements, coordinates with the kitchen in providing for extra or decreased number of covers, when necessary and accommodates guests’ needs efficiently to ensure complete satisfaction.5. Participates in event execution including function set-up, a/v set-up, serving, clean-up and troubleshooting as necessary6. Ensures that all meeting rooms are set up with proper amenities and that all function rooms are cleaned, refreshed, and/or reset during function breaks.7. Prepares banquet checks at the end of all functions ensuring accuracy. Presents all banquet checks to the group contact with a review and explanation of all charges and secures signature from contact.8. Conducts regular walk-throughs to ensure that all function areas and back of the house area cleanliness and maintenance are at required standards.9. The Banquet Manager must participate in weekly BEO and staff meetings.10. Performs all administrative tasks (scheduling, benefit requests, payroll) and monitors performance in a timely and accurate manner to enhance morale and ensure high productivity.11. Directs training of banquet servers, bartenders and houseman to ensure qualified staff and guest satisfaction.12. Maintain department budget utilizing a purchase order system, control and monitoring of line item expenses and maintenance of departmental equipment.13. Other duties as assigned RELATIONSHIPS: 1. Internal a) Executive Chefb) All Operating Departments and associates 2. External a) Hotel Guests\Group Meeting Contacts b) Vendors/Contractors1. Education: Bachelors degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management, Business or equivalent experience. 2. Experience: 3-5 years experience in banquet service and/or hotel/restaurant sales experience 3. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: a) Technical knowledge of overall food service operationsb) Knowledge of different types and styles of servicec) Knowledge of basic audiovisual set-ups (Microphone set-ups, sound system set-ups, LCD projectors, lap top computer set-ups, etc.)d) Ability to think and act independently, provide “leadership” and direction, and ability to handle multiple tasks.e) Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written f) Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.g) Ability and experience in managing departmental budgets.h) Knowledge of Delphi Sales and Catering ProgramFor quick consideration apply here