Catering & Events Coordinator

Hy-Vee; Dubuque, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee is seeking a Catering Coordinator to own the full catering experience from initial meetings to final event execution. You will coordinate with kitchen, bakery and deli teams, write detailed orders, and ensure exceptional service and accuracy in pricing and invoicing.

This role emphasizes organization, customer engagement, and cross-department collaboration. The Catering Coordinator will drive event success, uphold department standards, and contribute to profitability through meticulous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of similar or related work experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service to all customers.
• Meet with customers to understand catering needs and write detailed orders.
• Coordinate across departments (kitchen, bakery, deli) to fulfill orders.
• Determine pricing, prepare invoices, and oversee department bookkeeping procedures.
• Develop and maintain standard catering practices and conduct quality checks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Pricing & invoicing

Multi-department coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hy-Vee is seeking a Catering Coordinator to own the full catering experience from initial meetings to final event execution. You will coordinate with kitchen, bakery and deli teams, write detailed orders, and ensure exceptional service and accuracy in pricing and invoicing.

This role emphasizes organization, customer engagement, and cross-department collaboration. The Catering Coordinator will drive event success, uphold department standards, and contribute to profitability through meticulous