Catering Experience Lead

Hy-Vee; Grimes, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Grimes, IA is seeking a Catering Coordinator to manage the full catering experience from initial consultations to event execution.

You'll meet with customers to write detailed orders, coordinate with kitchen, bakery, and deli, set standards for service, pricing, and invoicing, and help organize bridal and holiday shows.

This hourly position emphasizes organization, communication, and a friendly, professional approach in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years in a similar role.
• Experience in catering or retail service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service and greet customers.
• Meet with customers to understand catering needs and write detailed orders.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure events run smoothly.
• Determine pricing, prepare bills, issue invoices, and track payments.
• Organize store shows and events, including bridal and holiday shows.
• Maintain temperatures and storage procedures for product freshness.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Pricing & invoicing

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Inventory management software

Job description

Hy-Vee Grimes, IA is seeking a Catering Coordinator to manage the full catering experience from initial consultations to event execution.

You'll meet with customers to write detailed orders, coordinate with kitchen, bakery, and deli, set standards for service, pricing, and invoicing, and help organize bridal and holiday shows.

This hourly position emphasizes organization, communication, and a friendly, professional approach in a fast-paced retail environment.