Catering Services Director - High Point University

Harvest Table Culinary Group is a distinguished culinary services company renowned for its commitment to delivering exceptional catering experiences. Rooted in service and united by a clear purpose, the company strives to make a positive impact not only on its clients but also on its partners, communities, and the planet. Harvest Table Culinary Group embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensuring equal employment opportunities across all facets of the organization and fostering a welcoming work environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As a leader in the catering industry, Harvest Table Culinary Group prides itself on maintaining the highest standards in service, culinary excellence, and operational efficiency, making it a preferred partner for many businesses and private events that demand impeccable quality and attention to detail.

The Catering Director at Harvest Table Culinary Group holds a critical leadership role responsible for developing and executing tailored catering solutions that meet the specific needs of guests' events. This director-level position focuses on facilitating sales growth and fostering client engagement by creating memorable event experiences that not only meet but exceed guest expectations. The role demands a strategic thinker with a passion for outstanding hospitality and operational success. The ideal candidate ensures that all catering operations consistently comply with Harvest Table's Executional Framework, maintaining best-in-class quality throughout the planning and execution stages of every event. They manage both the catering sales efforts and operational components, effectively coordinating teams to guarantee seamless, high-quality food presentation and service.

Key responsibilities of the Catering Director include cultivating and maintaining strong client and customer relationships to generate mutually beneficial business opportunities and employing a communication strategy designed by the marketing team to build catering revenue. The director is also charged with delivering financial performance by meeting food and labor cost targets and developing strategies to achieve catering revenue forecasts. Operational productivity is another focal area, where the director oversees the execution of catering events regardless of size or complexity, managing staffing and coordination with other departments to ensure successful event delivery. Additionally, the director ensures compliance with all applicable safety, health, and wage and hour regulations, along with adherence to Harvest Table's rigorous food, occupational, and environmental safety policies.

This position requires an experienced professional with a minimum of four years in the industry and at least one to three years in a management role. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is also necessary. Qualities such as integrity, strong communication skills, good listening abilities, and a sound value system are highly valued. Physical demands of the role may include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and periods of extended walking and standing, and may require the use of uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The Catering Director role at Harvest Table Culinary Group offers a unique opportunity for dynamic leadership in a fast-paced, rewarding environment dedicated to excellence in culinary service and client satisfaction.