Event Manager - Catering

Saz’s Hospitality Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Restaurant and catering discounts

Job summary

Saz’s Hospitality Group in Milwaukee seeks a full-time Event Manager to lead our catering teams at major events across the greater Milwaukee area. You’ll manage all offsite catering details and ensure seamless execution from load-in to teardown.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, hospitality flair, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays while delivering unforgettable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of catering, event management, or hospitality experience.
• 1+ year in a leadership role.
• Passion for hospitality and guest experience.
• Valid driver's license with insurable record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire catering teams through all phases of events from setup to teardown.
• Be the on-site hero for clients, guests, and vendors, ensuring outstanding detail.
• Interpret Banquet Event Orders and direct food prep, plating, and service.
• Transport equipment and food to event locations using company vehicles.

Skills

Catering experience

Event management

Hospitality experience

Leadership

Driving license

Job description

Description

Join Saz’s Hospitality Group as a full-time Event Manager and lead our catering teams at some of the most exciting events around the greater Milwaukee area.

In this role, no two days are the same - from Brewers tailgates, to weddings, to Summerfest and State Fair – you’ll create unforgettable experiences while managing all aspects of offsite catering events. You can be the difference between "nice event" and "they're still talking about it!"

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire our catering teams through all phases of events – from loading trucks to setup to final teardown


• Be the on-site hero for clients, guests, and vendors - ensuring every detail exceeds expectations


• Execute flawless events by interpreting Banquet Event Orders and directing food prep, plating, and service


• Drive the operation (literally!) by transporting equipment and food to event locations in company vehicles

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of catering, event management, or hospitality experience, with 1+ year in a leadership role


• A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences


• Strong leadership skills and the ability to stay cool under pressure


• Valid driver's license with an insurable record


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Ability to walk, stand and lift moderate weights for extended periods

Why Saz's? NINE-time Top Workplace Award winner with over 50 years of excellence in Wisconsin hospitality. We offer:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (including telehealth)


• Paid time off


• 401(k) with company match


• Restaurant and catering discounts

This is a full-time, hourly position with a competitive wage based on experience.

Learn more at Sazs.com

Saz's is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.