Catering & Special Events Manager (Central Park Boathouse) - NYC Staffing : Job Details

Legends & ASM Global Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality. Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences. ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters. Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

Central Park Boathouse This historic building started over 150 years ago as an area to explore and rent rowboats, and over the years it has evolved into a landmark restaurant. This iconic space will continue to hold catered events, restaurant services and rowboat rentals to its millions of visitors each year.

The Manager, Catering & Special Events is an experienced events specialist with a deep passion for customer service and food and beverage and a proven record of successfully executing intimate gatherings and large-scale events. This individual is a collaborator and problem-solver with a strong work ethic and leadership skills who understands that customer satisfaction is key.

• Serves as the main point of contact for clients to facilitate and direct all the logistics associated with a Special Event at Central Park Boathouse. Event coordination includes menu planning, coordination with preferred vendors and communication with other departments including, but not limited to Culinary, Operations, Banquets
• Develop customized menus to meet the diverse needs of social and corporate clientele
• Lead the food and beverage planning process with clients including menu development, tastings and communicating service standards
• Identify and capitalize on upselling opportunities to drive incremental revenue growth, consistently exceeding contracted sales targets by 1015%
• Communicate with the Event Sales team to ensure events are executed as planned
• Manage collection of all required insurance documentation for event vendors
• Coordinate vendor load-in following established building policies and procedures
• Responsible for communication between the Event Sales, Banquets and the Culinary team
• Stay current with industry trends and participate in the development of innovative menu concepts, event set-ups and service styles
• Assist with financial reporting including pre and post event P&Ls and projected sales reports
• Attend weekly Event Order and Hospitality leadership meetings
• Liaise with Operations team to ensure the event space is well maintained
• Create spreadsheets and documents to improve event operations
• Complete other duties as assigned by Management

Bachelor's Degree, Hospitality Management degree preferred 2-5 years of Management experience in Catering, Banquets, Events or Hospitality Ability to communicate effectively with other departments, staff and guests Must be able to take direction and delegate responsibilities Familiarity with P&L reporting Willingness and drive to exceed the guest expectations Must have excellent knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette Must possess strong organizational skills General knowledge of competitive set in market Willingness to work extended hours and flexible shifts including: mornings, nights, weekends and holidays Knowledge of the appropriate table settings, service ware and menu items Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and additional job specific safety training

Competitive salary range of $75,000 - $78,000 plus commission potential, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Location: On Site Central Park Boathouse New York, NY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.