Catering Manager 4

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited in North Andover, MA is seeking a Catering Manager 4 to lead planning and execution of catering operations, delivering exceptional client experiences and driving business growth.

The role combines creativity with practical insights, overseeing teams, developing menus, managing costs, and collaborating with clients and operations leaders to ensure consistent service delivery and strategic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High School Diploma/GED or Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 0-3 years
• Related Experience: 0-3 years

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee catering events to ensure seamless execution and client experience.
• Motivate, coach, mentor frontline staff to maximize performance.
• Recruit, train, and lead a team of supervisors and frontline staff to achieve operational excellence.
• Collaborate with clients and operational leaders to align goals and deliver tailored solutions.
• Develop menus and manage costing to balance creativity, quality, and profitability.

Skills

Catering operations leadership

Client service orientation

Team leadership

Budgeting & costing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Job description

Catering Manager 4

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited, North Andover, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

You will lead the planning and execution of catering operations to deliver exceptional service and drive business success. Combining creativity with practical insights, you’ll ensure memorable client experiences while supporting growth and efficiency. Working collaboratively across teams, you will help develop and implement strategies that strengthen client relationships and promote ongoing success.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

What’s in it for you

• Manage and oversee catering events to ensure seamless execution and exceptional client experience.
• Motivate, coach, mentor, and develop frontline staff to maximize performance and growth.
• Recruit, train, and lead a team of supervisors and frontline employees to achieve operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with clients and operational leaders to align goals and deliver tailored solutions.
• Develop menus and manage costing to balance creativity, quality, and profitability.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive catering knowledge with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions that drive operational success.
• Strong client service orientation, adept at building lasting relationships and delivering exceptional experiences.
• Proven leadership skills, including motivating teams, delegating effectively, and managing performance to achieve high standards.
• Expertise in coordinating and directing complex catering operations while resolving conflicts smoothly and efficiently.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and regions, ensuring alignment and consistency in service delivery and strategic goals.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High School Diploma/GED or Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 0-3 years
• Related Experience: 0-3 years

Job Type: Direct hire

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
• More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.