Catering Field Coordinator

City Barbeque; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City Barbeque is seeking a Catering Coordinator/Field Manager in Garner, NC to plan, schedule, and execute full-service and drop-off catering events. You will work with the Catering Operations Manager to grow the business while upholding our mission, values and culture, known for award-winning slow-smoked barbeque.

The role requires evening and weekend availability, leadership of hourly teammates, and close coordination with restaurant partners to ensure flawless events and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Background check.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, coordinates and supervises hourly teammates and Catering Associates for events.
• Substitutes for Catering Operations Manager as lead for full-service events as needed.
• Ensures on-time, accurate orders and prepared teams for setup and execution.
• Plans staffing needs with Catering Operations Manager and participates in hires input.
• Maintains drop sheets, invoices and schedules and ensures alignment across papers.
• Communicates with restaurant management about orders and special items.
• Ensures equipment and catering areas are clean and organized after events.
• Notifies Catering Operations Manager about repairs or needs and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Schedule coordination

People leadership

Time management

Communication

Organization

Integrity

MV background check

Job description

IMMEDIATE opening - Catering Field Coordinator/Manager! 50k+ package including hourly pay plus tips & gratuity for events. Evening/weekend availability is required & must have schedule flexibility based on demand.

City Barbeque is looking for a Catering Coordinator. The Catering Coordinator/Field Manager will work closely with the Catering Operations Manager to plan, schedule, and execute full-service and drop-off catering events. We are looking for someone to help grow City Barbeque by promoting our mission, vision, values, and culture. And did we mention our award winning, slow smoked barbeque?

Main Job Duties

• Schedules, coordinates and supervises Hourly Teammates and Catering Associates who are assisting the execution of catering/drop-off events.
• Substitutes for the Catering Operations Manager as lead person/manager-on-duty for all full-service events as needed.
• Ensures that catering experiences are stress free for clients by guaranteeing that orders are on time and correct, and that Catering Associates are adequately prepared to setup and execute events.
• Works with Catering Operations Manager to plan for staffing needs. Interviews as needed and provides input to Catering Director about selections and potential hires.
• Organizes and maintains drop sheets for the week updating it throughout the week as new orders are created.
• Ensures that drop sheets are posted in prep area and correctly match invoice and schedule.
• Completes all paperwork for events, including invoice and drop sheet.
• Prepares/prints all paperwork needed for Catering Associates including invoices, drop sheets, full-service contracts, tax exempt certifications, and Keep and Share Calendar.
• Checks Microsoft Outlook Calendar & SalesForce for correct invoices and drop sheets.
• Communicates with restaurant management ahead of time regarding orders that have special items (e.g. fruit trays, veggie trays, cheese trays, etc.) for proper ordering.
• Communicates with restaurant management regarding any catering paper product that is needed.
• Ensures all catering equipment, assigned catering areas and catering vehicles is kept clean and organized at all times. Monitors Catering Associates to ensure they are adhering to cleanliness standards after events.
• Communicates any equipment repairs or needs to Catering Operations Manager.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Background check.
• Exhibit positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Possess good time management and organization.
• Ability to be able to work with a schedule that is changes and is updated daily.
• Has an expectation of excellence.
• Shows integrity to do the right thing when unsupervised.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the restaurant or market.

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