Catering and Special Projects Manager

Position Title:

Catering and Special Projects Manager
Salary: 80,
Other Forms of Compensation:
Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we remain committed to great food and outstanding service. We empower our managers to stay abreast of culinary trends and bring cutting‑edge food into our cafes, operating in contract food service with freedom to be creative and innovative.

• Manage all client US, excluding headquarters, office catering events remotely, ensuring flawless execution and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with client event management teams to handle catering requests and coordinate local catering vendors.
• Vet local catering vendors to guarantee food quality and compliance with government and agency health/safety standards.
• Track, analyze, and monitor food costs and event performance metrics (financial results, survey feedback, customer satisfaction, activation performance).
• Lead and participate in special projects to enhance the catering program and client experience.
• Provide project‑management support for National Account Director initiatives, program changes, and new openings across multiple locations.
• Maintain effective communication across management, clients, customers, and associates, fostering excellent client relationships.
• Utilize PowerPoint, Excel, Google Docs, Canva, Cater Trax, and other software for reporting, presentations, and operational documentation.
• Collaborate with multiple site leads across North America to gather performance metrics and prepare reports for client review.
• Assist in all food service‑related activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time‑off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or remote work, consult the paid time‑off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimers: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions based on business necessity. We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug‑free workplace.