Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Catering Manager - Stryker - Portage, MI

​ Salary: $55,000-$60,000/yr

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.

Job Summary

Seeking a highly organized and experienced Catering Manager to oversee the catering operations across multiple locations at Stryker Corporation, an American multinational medical technologies company based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role will manage catering services at two units within the same building and two additional sites across from each other, handling high-volume and high-end catering events. As the Catering Manager, you will ensure seamless service and exceptional quality, overseeing multiple events in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work a Monday to Friday schedule with the possibility of catering events that require flexibility based on client needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage catering events across multiple high-volume locations within Stryker, ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction at all sites.
• Oversee event logistics for high-end and high-volume catering events, ensuring quality control, proper sanitation, and smooth operational flow.
• Collaborate with the Chef to create customized event menus that meet client needs, align with budgets, and reflect current food trends.
• Train catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, customer service, and safety standards to ensure consistency across all events.
• Track and manage labor and food costs for each event to ensure adherence to budgets and profitability.
• Maintain strong communication with management, clients, vendors, and staff to ensure smooth event execution and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate the logistics for multiple catering events, including setup, service, and breakdown, while ensuring high-quality food presentation and service.
• Maintain excellent client relationships by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly, ensuring a positive experience for every event.
• Ensure all operations comply with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the catering department.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of catering management required.
• Proven experience in catering management, particularly in high-volume and high-end catering events.
• Multi-unit experience managing catering operations across multiple units or locations highly desired
• Strong knowledge of food trends, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and high-end catering presentations.
• Solid financial, budgeting, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other basic computer skills.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with the ability to oversee multiple events and manage staff across different sites.
• Ability to work a Monday to Friday schedule, with flexibility to accommodate catering events that may require weekend or evening hours.
• Onsite parking available.

Apply to CulinArt today!

CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

Associates at CulinArt 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

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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1403181

CulinArt Sector 

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