Catering Manager: Lead Events, Budget & Team Growth

AVI Foodsystems; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family culture

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

A food service company is seeking an energetic Catering Manager for their operation at PennWest Clarion University. The role includes coordinating catering orders, managing event services, and leading a team. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in operational management and knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment. The position offers a family culture, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) with a generous company match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of operational management experience in catering.
• Knowledge of online catering modules preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision making ability.
• Ability to lead, supervise, train and coordinate the catering team.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive catering orders and coordinate service.
• Ensure preparation and delivery of catering items.
• Schedule team members for events.
• Maintain budget for food and labor costs.
• Ensure high quality products and service.
• Follow up on catered events.
• Engage with individuals at all levels.
• Oversee delivery vehicles.

Skills

Operational management experience

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Team leadership

Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

A food service company is seeking an energetic Catering Manager for their operation at PennWest Clarion University. The role includes coordinating catering orders, managing event services, and leading a team. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in operational management and knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment. The position offers a family culture, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) with a generous company match.