Senior Catering Manager

Company: Restaurant Associates
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, This is R/A ! Job Summary As a Senior Catering Manager at JPMC Global Headquarters, you play a critical role in delivering high?volume, high?end events, including premium plated dinners. This position oversees all aspects of event execution—communication, planning, logistics, setup, service, breakdown, and accurate invoicing. This is a Monday–Friday role with required evening availability. Shift times vary based on business needs and typically fall between 11:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all catering events from planning through execution. Coordinate event logistics while ensuring adherence to brand standards and operational excellence. Partner closely with management to align on food, staffing, and facility requirements. Hire, train, and develop associates in service techniques and event standards. Support cost control initiatives and operational efficiency in alignment with client and company budgets. Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction. Perform additional duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of food service experience , including 1 year in a leadership role . Prior catering experience required. EMS experience preferred. Strong knowledge of food and catering trends, including quality, production, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and general computer skills. ServSafe Certification preferred. Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. 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 Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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 Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace. 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 to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass -usa.com/wp- content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf Req ID: 1498911 Restaurant Associates Leah Curry [[req_classification]]

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