General Manager Of Event Center Catering Operations

Position: GENERAL MANAGER OF EVENT CENTER CATERING OPERATIONS
Salary: $– $year Pay Grade: 15 Other Forms of Compensation:

Job Summary

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation’s largest and most‑prestigious companies — in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest’s leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs and in‑unit associates excel as they deliver world‑class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on‑site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high‑performing and fast‑growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest. As a General Manager of Conference Center Catering with Eurest, you will lead a high‑performing team to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences in a corporate conference center setting.

You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering operations, ensuring alignment with Compass/Eurest’s commitment to excellence in guest experience, sustainability, and client partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of catering operations including menu execution, event logistics, and service delivery.

• Ensure compliance with Compass Group and Eurest standards for food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.

• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service.

• Serve as the primary liaison with internal teams (primarily event planning), ensuring all events meet or exceed expectations.

• Collaborate with Director of Operations and District Manager to customize catering solutions that reflect client expectations.

• Lead pre‑event planning and post‑event evaluations to drive continuous improvement with hourly staff and leadership.

• Recruit, train, and develop a diverse team of front‑of‑house union team members.

• Foster a culture of hospitality, accountability, and professionalism.

• Conduct and provide feedback in daily and weekly team meetings, performance reviews, and coaching sessions.

• Monitor food and labor costs to ensure profitability and operational efficiency.

• Champion Eurest’s sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction and responsible sourcing.

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.

• Identify and implement strategies to control expenses, inventory equipment, and support employee safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management, or related field preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in catering or food service management, ideally in a corporate or conference center environment.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver financial results.

• Serv Safe certification or equivalent required.

Apply to Eurest today! Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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 a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair…