Hospitality Assistant Manager, Catering At The Indiana Convention Center

We are seeking an experienced Hospitality Assistant Manager- Catering for the Indiana Convention Center.

The Indiana Convention Center is located in the heart of the 12th largest city in the U.S., Indianapolis, Indiana. The state capital, Indianapolis ranks in the top 25 most visited cities in the country, with 18 million annual visitors. Indianapolis International Airport accommodates 150 flights each day, carrying 7.4 million yearly passengers to and from the Circle City.

Now one of the largest convention centers in America, the Indiana Convention Center is connected by skywalks to more hotel rooms than any other city in the nation. Also linked to the center is a four-story urban shopping mall, surrounded by more than 200 restaurants and clubs, well-known sports venues, and a 10-block state park that features top museums, green space and a convenient canal walk. It’s the reason Sports Illustrated’s Peter King calls Indianapolis “the most walkable downtown in America.”

Centerplate and our partner venues have been defining extraordinary experiences through thoughtful hospitality, expertly delivered, for more than 80 years at gathering places across North America and the United Kingdom.  As the pioneer and leader in live event hospitality, we are committed to making the time that people spend together more rewarding and more valuable.  “Making it better to be there since 1929.”^TM

Principal Function:

The Hospitality Assistant Manager- Catering is responsible for supporting the creation of unique dining experiences by actively supervising and participating in the sales, planning and execution of catered functions, to include breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, receptions and other types of events, including off-site events.

The Hospitality Assistant Manager- Catering will support the Catering Sales Manager in the sales process and pre-function planning process to ensure proper coordination and preparation in advance of events.  They will provide hands-on oversight during events as needed, and will serve as a linchpin for communication with the client and other departments so that functions run smoothly and in accordance with client expectations and specifications.

Under the Director of the Catering Sales Manager, The Hospitality Assistant Manager- Catering will work to ensure that Centerplate’s overall standards for accuracy, efficiency, quality and financial performance are met.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maximize Centerplate’s catering revenues and operational excellence through oversight of systems and policies related to catering operations.
• Provide leadership and direction to Supervisors, Leads and line staff.
• Contribute to goal of making Centerplate #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by exampl

Skills & Requirements

Qualifications/Skills:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or appropriate combination of education and experience to support on-the-job effectiveness.
• A minimum of 2 years of previous leadership experience within a diverse food and beverage environment.
• Venue catering/concessions experience and multi-site experience strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and general workplace safety standards with knowledge of Health Department requirements.
• Demonstrated financial acumen; P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience is highly desirable
• Competent in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Flexibility, ability to work extended or irregular hours to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Other requirements include but are not limited to:

• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management; Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts
• Self-starter who can work independently and on several tasks/projects simultaneously, and who can contribute to functional areas of the business outside of the finance area.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.

Subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.

**Please include salary requirements when applying.**

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Centerplate.  While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Centerplate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.