Director of Business Strategy & Client Relations
Compass GroupNew York, New York, United States
Posted January 19, 2026
150000 - 220000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Restaurant Associates is the industryâs leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporations.
Job Description
Restaurant Associates is seeking a dynamic, business-savvy hospitality leader to drive client satisfaction, retention, and business growth across a premier portfolio. The Director of Business Strategy & Client Relations will engage directly with clients, coordinate annual client expos, and contribute to new business pursuits, regional training initiatives, and R&D efforts.
Requirements
- 5+ years of district-level management experience in a multi-brand food service or retail-food service organization
- BA or BS degree
- Proven record in contract services and client relationship management
- Exceptional communication and listening skills
- Creativity in problem-solving
- Strong relationship-building capabilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across teams
- Genuine hospitality mindset
- Sales and marketing awareness
- Familiarity with market trends
- Strong financial acumen
- Confidence in contract negotiation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 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)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
