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Eurest

Position Title: CATERING DIRECTOR-REDWOOD CITY, CA

**Salary:** $105,000-$115,000/annually

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.

Step into a premier leadership role where culinary excellence meets high-touch hospitality. We are seeking an experienced **Catering Director** to lead an elite catering and events program for a distinguished corporate client in Redwood City. This is a unique opportunity to curate exceptional experiences for executive leaders and guests in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.

As Catering Director, you will be the driving force behind all catering and special events—overseeing flawless execution, building trusted client relationships, and inspiring a high-performing team dedicated to elevated service standards.

What You’ll Do

+ Lead and oversee all internal and external catering and event operations, ensuring every detail reflects excellence

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and delivering a seamless, white-glove experience for executives and stakeholders

+ Develop and execute a comprehensive catering marketing and events strategy, including creative menu development and customized event planning

+ Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and mentor catering staff, with a strong focus on service excellence, presentation, and professional growth

+ Actively coach and develop the team on in-service techniques, luxury presentation standards, policies, and procedures

+ Ensure operational success of all catering functions, including food quality, labor management, food and beverage cost control, logistics, transportation, setup, execution, and breakdown

+ Maintain impeccable standards for high-touch, high-profile events, from intimate executive meetings to large-scale corporate functions

Job Summary

What You Bring

+ Bachelor’s degree in **Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts** , or a related field preferred

+ Minimum **5 years of hospitality experience** , including **2+ years in a management role**

+ Catering leadership experience in **Business & Industry (B&I), corporate dining, luxury catering, or fine dining** strongly preferred

+ Proven expertise in menu planning, event booking, pricing and costing, contract management, and sourcing temporary labor and rental equipment

+ Strong operational acumen with the ability to supervise food preparation, service, and event cleanup with precision

+ A polished, professional presence with exceptional communication and organizational skills

+ A passion for creating memorable experiences through food, service, and attention to detail

Why This Role

This is more than a catering position—it’s a chance to lead a flagship program for a high-profile organization that values innovation, quality, and hospitality at the highest level. You’ll have the autonomy to elevate the catering experience while working with a client that appreciates excellence and execution.

If you thrive in a refined, fast-moving environment and are driven to deliver unforgettable culinary and service experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply to Eurest today!

_Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA_

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Eurest 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_Eurest.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_Eurest.pdf