Catering Coordinator

NEXDINE, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 910 - 1,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXDINE Hospitality in Boston, MA, is seeking a Catering Coordinator to oversee client catering events, ensuring exceptional service from start to finish. You will assist with menu planning, event setup and breakdown, and coordinate with Chef Manager to meet client expectations.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, 6:30am–3pm, with a pay rate of $20–$23 per hour and weekly direct deposit. Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years in food service and a high school diploma, with strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years’ experience in food service.
• Specialized training in catering operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and coordinate catering events with the Chef Manager.
• Oversee catering services to ensure client satisfaction.
• Assist with event setup, decorations, and food displays.
• Record production data and maintain catering expenditures.

Skills

Customer service

Event coordination

Communication

Hospitality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are

NEXDINE Hospitality’s family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior living, and hospitals nationwide. We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE Experience is responsive, transparent, and authentic. Learn more at www.NEXDINE.com.

Job Details

Position: Catering Coordinator

Location: Boston, MA

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30am-3pm

Hours: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20-$23/hr

Pay Frequency: Weekly – Direct Deposit

What We Offer You

• Generous Compensation & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Various Employee Perks and Rewards

Summary

The Catering Coordinator reports to the Chef Manager (or other supervisor as assigned) and is responsible for the oversight, delivery and execution of client catering events. The Catering Coordinator is responsible for providing exemplary customer service and overseeing the final presentation of food and service ensuring client satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Assist with planning, execution and coordination of various catering events according to specific client standards in conjunction with the Chef Manager.
• Provide oversight of catering services to ensure client and customer satisfaction.
• May meet with prospective clients to review all aspects of event requirements and execution inclusive of but not limited to menu creation, set-up/breakdown requirements and scheduling.
• Assist in the set-up and breakdown of catering events to include seating arrangements, decorations and food displays.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards and/or arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.
• May purchase food and/or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation ensuring quality control practices are in place for receiving all products.
• May assist with event menu writing and cycle of cost control utilizing appropriate recipes and costing measures in conjunction with Chef Manager.
• May assist with the production of food for all events.
• May record production or operational data on specified forms.
• May compile and maintain records of food use and catering expenditures.
• Take orders and/or serve food or beverages to customers.
• Prepare or serve specialty dishes as required.
• Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods.
• Ensure customers are satisfied with all aspects of service.
• Communicate with direct supervisor any customer service issues.
• May collect payments from customers.
• Provide excellent customer service to include being attentive, approachable, greeting and thanking customers.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Work Environment

This job operates in a kitchen environment whereby employees may be exposed to and/or required to operate equipment, including but not limited to, an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer and chef’s knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire and noise. This job will also include operating in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, televisions, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

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. The employee may be required to sit, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, and push, pull & lift items weighing 40 pounds or less. Employee may be required to stand for long periods of time. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 – 3 years’ experience in food service

Preferred Education and Experience

• Specialized training and/or exposure in catering operations
• Microsoft Office Suite

Are you passionate about creating amazing experiences in the hospitality industry? Look no further than NEXDINE Hospitality! As a dynamic and innovative company, we take pride in delivering trusted dining, hospitality, fitness center, and facility management services to a diverse range of clients nationwide, including businesses, independent schools, higher education institutions, senior living communities, and hospitals. At NEXDINE, we believe in the power of authentic and transparent experiences, and we are dedicated to providing the best for our clients and their guests. Join our family of brands and be a part of a team that values responsiveness, creativity, and excellence. If you are driven by the desire to make a difference in the world of hospitality, explore the exciting opportunities that the NEXDINE Experience has to offer.