Director of Catering Jobs

A Director of Catering in the hospitality industry oversees all aspects of a catering operation, including planning, coordinating, and executing events of various sizes and themes. They are responsible for managing staff, budgeting, ensuring customer satisfaction, and liaising with vendors and venue management. Additionally, they may also have to design menus, negotiate contracts, and develop marketing strategies to promote the business. A significant part of their role also involves building and maintaining relationships with clients. They must ensure that the service delivered is of the highest standard and meets the specific requirements of each client.

For this role, an individual must possess excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, along with a strong understanding of food and beverage management. They should be adept at problem-solving, have an eye for detail and be able to work under pressure. Knowledge of safety and health regulations is also essential. A degree in hospitality management, certifications from professional catering associations, and familiarity with catering software are usually preferred. Prior to becoming a Director of Catering, an individual may have roles such as Catering Manager, Event Planner, or Food and Beverage Manager, providing them with necessary industry experience.

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Executive Chef - Cleveland Zoo

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 12 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 12 days ago

quality and safety of items Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards...

Compass Group

Director of Catering - LAW FIRM

LAW FIRM Experience Preferred! Working as a Catering Director, you have the responsibility for Catering and Events. You will manage a team of staff, build client relations, along with ensuring the...

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable and conscientious Banquet Manager. Reporting to the Senior Catering Manager, this position is responsible for helping to oversee catering operations...

Sales & Events Coordinator

  • Key West, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Key West, FL
  • 5 days ago

Compensation Type: Hourly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the...

Catering Lead

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 60+ days ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn your...

Banquet Supervisor

  • Boyne Falls, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boyne Falls, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Overview As a Stir Fry Cook you are responsible for preparing food, helping the kitchen staff in preparation of food items, setting up assigned station in compliance with standards set by Chef. As...

Supervisor, Catering (Full Time)

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Restaurant Associates We have an opening for a SUPERVISOR, CATERING position. Location: MS Eaton Vance - One Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02110 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Banquet Captain

  • Wailuku, HI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wailuku, HI
  • 5 hours ago

Additional Information Job Number 25065032 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States, 96761 VIEW ON MAP...

Catering Supervisor

  • Findlay, OH
  • 5 hours ago
  • Findlay, OH
  • 5 hours ago

Location Name: THE UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY - 54736003 Location ID: 54736003 Catering Supervisor Location: THE UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY - 54736003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Events Coordinator Yale University

  • New Haven, CT
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 5 hours ago

1. Designs, coordinates and oversees the logistical and high level administrative support needs of multiple, complex, and widely distributed educational events, conferences and/or other events. 2....

Assistant Coordinator, Catering Prep

  • Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cold Spring Harbor, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 5 years Job Details Position Description Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world-renowned scientific research organization located on the North Shore of Long Island, is...

Banquet Manager Needed

  • Atascadero, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Atascadero, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Catering Company is looking for a Banquet Manager to join our team! We specialize in weddings and special events across the Central Coast, and were seeking someone who is organized, positive, and...

Fair Events Coordinator

  • Colfax, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Colfax, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Events Coordinator: This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and ensuring smooth operations around the events at the Fairgrounds. This position also coordinates the fair camping,...

P/T-F/T Banquet Captain (Weekend Availability) - Hilton Garden Inn - Perrysburg

  • Perrysburg, OH
  • 13 hours ago
  • Perrysburg, OH
  • 13 hours ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented B anquet Captain to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude...

Banquet Captain

  • Littleton, CO
  • 13 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 13 hours ago

Club Location: Arrowhead Golf Club - Littleton, CO Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are an...

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Highest Education Level

Director of Caterings offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.1%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.1%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Caterings
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%