On-Site Event Catering Lead

The Bartolotta Restaurants; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bartolotta Restaurants at the Italian Community Center in Milwaukee seeks a Catering Operations Manager to lead on-site catering event execution and guest experiences from setup through completion.

You will supervise event staff, coordinate culinary, logistics, and operations teams, review event details, ensure food safety standards, and continually strive for outstanding service and seamless guest interactions.

Qualifications

• Leadership to guide on-site teams and operations.
• Strong coordination of culinary, logistics, and service elements.
• Excellent communication with clients and staff.
• Adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to manage multiple events in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead catering event execution from setup to completion.
• Direct and supervise event staff with real-time problem solving.
• Perform pre-event reviews to confirm details, staffing, and safety.
• Ensure proper food handling, transportation, and service per standards.
• Complete post-event evaluations and support team development.

Skills

Leadership

Event coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Event planning software

Job description

The Bartolotta Restaurants at the Italian Community Center in Milwaukee seeks a Catering Operations Manager to lead on-site catering event execution and guest experiences from setup through completion.

You will supervise event staff, coordinate culinary, logistics, and operations teams, review event details, ensure food safety standards, and continually strive for outstanding service and seamless guest interactions.