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About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Working as the Catering Sales Director you will effectively coordinate and oversee all internal and external catering events. You are directly responsible for menu development as well as costing and marketing functions as they relate to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control and food cost control, manage preparation, transportation, and setup, and oversee operation and clean-up of all events. You are responsible for Event Coordination and Sales Financials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures

• Creates reports of operating statements and operational budgets, and reviews the collection of receivables

• Catering activities, books, plans & directed functions

• Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders

• Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP

• Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors

• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

• Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience

• Proven track record for meeting sales goals

• Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service

• A minimum of five to eight years of experience in hospitality industry including three years’ experience in catering sales

• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills

• Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction

• Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs

• The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential

• Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events

• Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills

• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess

• attention to detail

• Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

• Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.

• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

• Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture (http://www.levyrestaurants.com/our-culture/)

Positions at this location may require a COVID-19 vaccination. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this account may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, 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.

*Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Flexible Time Off Plan

• 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)

Req ID: 1038480

Levy Sector

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BRITTANY FITZSIMMONS

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