Catering Operations Manager — Seattle Market

Sifted; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HDHP (100% company paid)

Vision & dental optional

Unlimited PTO

10 paid company holidays

Winter break Dec 24–Jan 1

401(k) after 6 months

Cell phone reimbursement

Free lunch during service

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sifted is seeking a Catering Administration Manager in Seattle to act as the operational hub between the commissary kitchen, service teams, and market leadership. You will ensure food, supplies, information, staffing, and systems are accurate and delivered on time, while supporting on-site teams and upholding standards.

The role requires ~40 hours/week, primarily mornings/afternoons, with flexibility for urgent tasks.

Qualifications

• This role requires 3+ years of operations, administration, project management, or hospitality management experience.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with data, reporting, and technology platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• ServSafe Food Manager certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary admin for operational systems and workflows.
• Audit menu information, dietary data, modifiers, and portions.
• Coordinate ordering of ops supplies and equipment; track inventory trends.
• Lead daily packout and delivery operations, ensuring on-time service.
• Support Chef Daily Numbers, packout cards, and menu communications.
• Bridge commissary kitchen and field teams for seamless execution.

Skills

Operations

Administration

Project management

Hospitality management

Education

ServSafe Food Manager certification

Job description

Sifted is seeking a Catering Administration Manager in Seattle to act as the operational hub between the commissary kitchen, service teams, and market leadership. You will ensure food, supplies, information, staffing, and systems are accurate and delivered on time, while supporting on-site teams and upholding standards.

The role requires ~40 hours/week, primarily mornings/afternoons, with flexibility for urgent tasks.