Catering Service Manager

Compass Group Canada; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Catering Service Manager to oversee unique events, ensuring client satisfaction and brand integrity. Responsibilities include event planning, client interaction, budget management, and coordination with vendors. Join us to create exceptional catering experiences.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commission up to $20,000

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in hospitality management preferred.
• Experience in budgeting and sales forecasting required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute unique catering events.
• Consult with clients on menu and entertainment.
• Maintain financial and administrative records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Catering Service Manager is responsible for planning, directing, controlling, and executing a wide variety of unique catering events, each managed to meet the aesthetic and economic satisfaction of clients in a dynamic environment. This individual oversees profit and loss for each event, including menu, setting, collateral entertainment, vendor selection, and all other aspects. Catering events include corporate hospitality, private events such as weddings, and more. Maintaining brand integrity and staying abreast of industry trends are crucial.

The Catering Service Manager interacts with clients and vendors regularly, ensuring the success of each event. Responsibilities include site surveys, client service, budget analysis, procurement, safety, menu selection, logistics, negotiation, and event planning.

Key Duties

• Consult with clients on scope, expectations, menu, and entertainment to ensure successful events within budget.
• Plan menus with clients and chefs.
• Maintain accurate financial and administrative records.
• Coordinate with sales, culinary, staffing, and vendors.
• Assess contracts and ensure service satisfaction.
• Resolve customer concerns and ensure timely payments.

Qualifications and Experience

Operationally savvy with leadership experience in managing people and events. Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills are essential. Ability to work independently and respond to changing demands. Computer literacy and experience in budgeting and sales forecasting are required. A Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years in hospitality management are preferred.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Competitive salary of $60,000 plus commission (up to $20,000).
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and more.
• Equal opportunity employer.

Apply now to join Wolfgang Puck Catering, part of Compass Group USA, and contribute to creating exceptional catering experiences.