Catering Coordinator

Hy-Vee; Coralville (IA); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 26.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hy-Vee in Coralville, IA is seeking a Catering Coordinator to own the full catering experience—from meetings with customers to coordinating across departments for successful events. You will manage detailed orders, pricing, and invoicing while organizing store events and bridal shows.

The role emphasizes organization, teamwork, and delivering memorable catering experiences. Requires 1–3 years of related work and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• 1 to 3 years of similar or related work experience required.
• Ability to stand/walk frequently during shifts; able to use knives and perform cleaning tasks.

Aufgaben

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service and greet customers with a smile.
• Meet with customers to understand catering needs and write detailed orders.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure events run smoothly.
• Determine pricing, prepare bills, extend and post invoices, and oversee department invoicing.
• Develop standard catering practices and conduct quality checks for multi-event catering.
• Organize store events such as bridal/holiday shows and coordinate with the events coordinator.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Communication

Pricing & invoicing

Team leadership

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Jobbeschreibung

## Catering CoordinatorApply: Coralville #1, 8th Street, Coralville, IA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 12, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R254004Additional Considerations (if any):Must be 18+**-****At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.****Job Description:****Job Title:** Catering Coordinator**Department:** Market Grille**FLSA:** Hourly**Revision Date:** 07/2026**About Hy-Vee**At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.**The Role and Why It's Important**Our Catering Coordinators are the driving force behind some of our customers' most memorable moments, from weddings and holiday gatherings to corporate events and everyday celebrations. In this role, you'll own the full catering experience, from meeting with customers and writing detailed orders to coordinating across departments and ensuring every event goes off without a hitch.If you're someone who thrives on organization, loves working with people, and takes pride in delivering exceptional results, we'd love to have you on our team.**What You'll Do**No two days are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:* Provide prompt, friendly customer service, greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and going the extra mile to make every interaction a great one* Meet with customers to understand their catering needs, write detailed orders, and coordinate across all departments involved including kitchen, bakery, and deli* Set and uphold department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance, and overall profitability* Contact businesses and prospective customers to share information about Hy-Vee's catering services and develop contracts for exclusive Hy-Vee catering events* Determine pricing, prepare customer bills, extend and post invoices, and oversee department bookkeeping procedures* Develop and maintain standard catering practices and conduct quality control checks for multi-event catering* Organize store shows and events such as bridal and holiday shows, set up displays, and coordinate with the events coordinator for annual events* Consult with customers on rental companies and recommend equipment purchases with Store Director approval* Ensure proper temperatures and storage procedures are maintained to guarantee product freshness and control shrink* Develop guidelines for department performance in the manager's absence and instruct, assign, and coordinate work of department employees* Attend department manager meetings, obtain baseline pricing, and ensure competitive pricing in the market area* Understand and troubleshoot equipment and ensure maintenance is performed as needed* Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines* Answer phone calls and return voicemails promptly and professionally* Report to work when scheduled and work the expected number of hours**Your Skills**To be successful, you'll need to be able to:* Solve practical problems and work through complex situations with professionalism and good judgment* Communicate clearly and confidently with customers, team members, and outside vendors in person, by phone, and in writing* Compose original correspondence and follow technical manuals and guidelines* Use math skills including fractions, decimals, and percentages for pricing and invoicing* Lead and motivate a team, maintaining high standards and a positive, energetic work environment**Reporting Relationships****Accountable and Reports to:** Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home**Direct Reports:** Department Employees**Education and Experience*** High school diploma or equivalent experience required* 1 to 3 years of similar or related work experience required**Physical Requirements*** Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas* Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation* Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment* Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards* Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties**Working Environment**This is a fast-paced role in a retail and catering environment where you'll stay busy and engaged throughout your shift. You'll have frequent exposure to noise and occasional exposure to equipment movement, temperature extremes, dirt, and cleaning chemicals or solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.Are you ready to smile, apply today.*Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.*