Executive staffing and recruiting firm ClearPath Solutions has joined and completed The Catering Institute’s certified supply chain program, created to certify and connect industry consultants and suppliers with restaurants and their takeout, delivery and catering operations.
The Catering Institute focuses on the education and training needs of restaurant operators, franchisors, franchisees, and their catering team members.
The learning tools also extend to industry suppliers in the restaurant and foodservice industries to ensure strategic alignment between providers and the brands they serve.
The Catering Institute’s mission is to help restaurant operators grow sales and increase profits by teaching them to become experts at feeding their customers where they live, work and play. The Catering Institute’s supply chain partner certification designation is relevant for industry partners looking to become certified in The Five Pillars of Successful Restaurant Catering. Education and certification programs are focused on the areas of:
1. Leadership
2. Centralized Services
3. Sales and Marketing
4. Operations
5. Delivery
ClearPath Solutions is the newest addition to the Supply Chain Certification Program and is joined by Voice Teleservices, Punchh, Paytronix, PepsiCo, Robust Communications, War Room, Primary Color, LBP Packaging, Champion Tray and Inktel, who have each joined the program.
Established in 2010, ClearPath Solutions identifies top executive talent and works exclusively and nationally with restaurants and retailers to place executive-level leaders within their client organizations. The company serves as brand ambassadors for emerging brands and provides executive coaching services for individuals looking to develop their leadership skills or navigate professional transitions.
“We are honored and thrilled to be selected as a talent acquisition partner to The Catering Institute and for the opportunity to build long-lasting partnerships with its vast network of brands making an impact in the catering industry,” says Helen Lao, ClearPath Solutions president and chief talent officer. “Aligned with The Catering Institute, we are committed to taking the time to understand what is important to our clients and delivering on promises”
Throughout the certification process the team at ClearPath Solutions participated in training classes, were provided with educational manuals, and received ongoing progress assessments. This partnership means that ClearPath Solutions can continue to work in tandem with the The Catering Institute to provide superior service to restaurant catering clients and to help foodservice operations recruit talented and relevant catering leaders to compete in today’s market.
The Catering Institute’s Supply Chain Certification Program is available to restaurant and foodservice consultants, supply chain vendors, and service providers who are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service to restaurants in the catering revenue channel.
“The services provided by ClearPath Solutions makes this partnership a natural fit as more restaurant operators are looking for top talent to lead their takeout, delivery and catering programs,” adds Erle Dardick, CEO of MonkeyMedia Software and founder of the Catering Institute. “ClearPath Solutions’ completion of our certification program will provide additional executive support to our industry partners and their customers.”
