Catering Manager

Balducci's Food Lover's Market; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 days PTO

40 hrs of sick time

401k match up to 7%

Pet insurance

30% employee discount

Job summary

A leading food retailer is looking for a Catering Manager to oversee food service operations, ensuring high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. This full-time role involves managing catering services and events, recruiting staff, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong management and communication skills, along with a minimum of 2–3 years of experience in catering. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, PTO, and discounts.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of catering experience preferred.
• Must maintain state Food Handler’s Permit.

Responsibilities

• Create a culture of food exploration and education.
• Oversee event management and resource allocation.
• Monitor product quality and service.
• Recruit and train catering staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Management experience

Effective communication

Teamworking skills

Ability to think on your feet

Numeracy and financial skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants.

Balducci's Food Lover's Market provided pay range

This range is provided by Balducci's Food Lover's Market. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

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The Catering Manager is responsible for the planning, organizing, and developing the food and beverages services for our customers and employees, organizations and businesses while meeting their expectations, food and hygiene standards and financial targets. They will establish rapport and product confidence with customers and troubleshoot potential issues and resolve existing catering problems. They develop and maintain good customer and employee relationships.

This role combines sales (about 25% of the time) with hands‑on involvement in preparing orders and supporting store operations.

Pay transparency: The salary range is $55,000 to $65,000 annually with bonus potential. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a culture of food exploration, innovation and education for customers and employees.
• Oversee the management of facilities, e.g., checking event bookings and allocation of resources/staff.
• Plan new promotions and initiatives and contribute to business development.
• Assist in handling staffing and customer issues.
• Keep abreast of trends and developments in the industry, such as menus or trends in consumer tastes.
• Manage the food and beverage provision for functions and events.
• Supervise catering and waiting staff at functions.
• Recruit and train permanent and casual staff.
• Organize, lead, and motivate the catering team.
• Plan staff scheduling and rotations.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly observed.
• Set standard and enforce safe food preparations/presentation and handling ensuring compliance with company food safety policy.
• Budget and establish financial targets and forecasts.
• Monitor the quality of the product and service provided.
• Keep financial and administrative records.
• Interact with customers, suppliers and employees.
• Negotiate contracts with customers, assess their requirements and ensure they are satisfied with the service delivered.
• Maximize sales and meet profit and financial expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 yrs. catering experience preferred.
• Must maintain state Food Handler’s Permit.
• Food Safety Certification Required.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Management experience: scheduling, ordering, selling, merchandising, supervising, and prioritizing.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think on your feet and take initiative.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy.
• Teamworking skills; ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Numeracy and financial skills to manage a budget.
• Appreciation of customer expectations and commercial demands.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Organizes and ability to multi-task.
• Flexibility and the ability to solve problems in a pressurized environment.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.

WHAT WE OFFER

The total compensation package yearly can include 12 days PTO, 40 hrs of sick time, 6 recognized holidays, 401k match of up to 7%, pet insurance, EPA benefits, 30% discount, and so much more!

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

As needed to other stores, deliveries, and client engagement.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

• Required to stand for extended periods as well as walk, bend, and stoop.
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs.
• Be able to perform all physical aspects of the position, such as bending, squatting, climbing, and walking.
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

SENIORITY LEVEL

Not Applicable

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full‑time

JOB FUNCTION

Management, Customer Service, and Sales

INDUSTRIES

Food and Beverage Retail