Catering Manager: Lead Events, Clients & Team

La Farm Bakery; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

La Farm Bakery in Cary, NC seeks a Catering Manager to oversee catering orders, coordinate with commissary staff and kitchen manager, supervise team, ensure safety and compliance, and drive hospitality excellence.

You will research trends, consult with clients, prepare forms, manage pricing, and maintain records, with weekend/holiday flexibility and a valid driver’s license.

Strong communication and budget control are essential; experience with R365 and Toast is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Catering Manager/Supervisor or relevant field.
• Commissary experience preferred; not required.
• Proficiency, ability to meet deadlines, and complete the job within budget is required.
• Substantial or expert knowledge of electronic catering management systems such as R365 and Toast.

Responsibilities

• Consults with clients/customers and determines catering options based on the clients’ needs.
• Prepares required catering forms, completing meticulous tasks and negotiating pricing.
• Supervision of team members of the catering and/or commissary staff.
• Communicating effectively with clients, staff, and third-party vendors.
• Catering expenses, and accurate records will be kept and organized by the catering manager.
• Adhere and facilities the needs of the food and health industry safety regulation and standards.
• Research catering trends and make recommendations to culinary/commissary/COO.

Skills

Catering management experience

Team supervision

Communication skills

Budget management

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Tools

R365

Toast

Job description

La Farm Bakery in Cary, NC seeks a Catering Manager to oversee catering orders, coordinate with commissary staff and kitchen manager, supervise team, ensure safety and compliance, and drive hospitality excellence.

You will research trends, consult with clients, prepare forms, manage pricing, and maintain records, with weekend/holiday flexibility and a valid driver’s license.

Strong communication and budget control are essential; experience with R365 and Toast is a plus.