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hiring@personenyc.com ... • *Job Title: Director of Operations and Events • *Location:* New York City, Union Square/Chelsea • Company: Modern and Growing Catering Company • *Professional Summary:**

The Director of Events & Operations is a hands-on leader, ideally a former corporate executive chef, bringing extensive expertise in catering and offsite events. With a profound understanding of beverage systems and the ability to efficiently run facilities, this specialist excels as an events specialist. Rooted in a background as a former catering chef, their unique blend of culinary prowess and operational acumen ensures seamless execution.

Collaborating seamlessly with the sales team, this professional contributes to a harmonious fusion of culinary excellence and event success. Offering an exceptional work-life balance, the role operates on a Monday-to-Friday schedule, with weekends required only for significant events. The competitive salary ranges from $100,000 to $130,000, complemented by a 10% bonus, making this an attractive opportunity for a seasoned professional seeking a rewarding and balanced career in events and operations management. • Operations:*

Oversee all daily operations of the company's operations, logistics, and culinary teams.
Collaborate with ownership to set comprehensive performance goals for growth.
Manage the driver team, route planning, scheduling, and ordering.
Supervise licensing, insurance, reporting, invoicing, and tech systems management.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
Establish policies to promote company culture and vision.
Manage relationships with clients, partners, and vendors for overall company success.
Oversee legal agreements, employment contracts, insurance, and permitting.
Manage general maintenance and facility management, including the vehicle fleet.
Ensure a safe work environment and oversee OH&S standards.
Research and implement new sustainability measures.
Work closely with the sales team to plan and execute logistics for full-service and offsite events, including event staffing, operations, and culinary planning.
Oversee operations team event logistics plans, delivery, and execution.
Manage beverage and liquor systems, including permits, purchasing, planning, packing, and rentals. • Financial:*
Prepare an annual operational budget and manage effectively within the budget.
Perform forecasting and budgeting for all controllable costs.
Conduct weekly COGS meetings with the management team and report back to ownership.
Evaluate company performance against set goals by analyzing metrics and past data. • HR Management:*
Recruit, grow, and train a team of hospitality professionals.
Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, and staff retention.
Oversee kitchen and operations employee productivity, fostering a highly inclusive culture.
Conduct weekly meetings with the management team and track progress.
Write and submit weekly progress reports to ownership on all matters of importance. • *Skills & Attributes:**
5+ years' experience in the catering & events industry, with 3+ years' experience in a high-level management position within a catering company.
Must have experience executing and running large full-service offsite events.
Complete understanding of business systems, including HR, Finance, Operations, Sales & Marketing.
Strong leadership skills, a proven background in growing sales, and a creative business approach.
Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.
High level of experience with Tripleseat, MS Office, QuickBooks, Project Management Tools, and Catering Software.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as they pertain to the catering and events industry. • *Salary:**

$120,000 - $140,000

10% Bonus

and Benefits

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