Director of Catering Jobs in Alabaster, AL

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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Banquet Captain

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Banquet Captain | Full-Time | Regions Field Location US-AL-Birmingham Job ID 2025-23913 Location Name Birmingham Barons (Regions Field) Category Catering/Banquet/Event Sales Type Regular Full-Time...

Banquet Captain Full-Time Regions Field

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Catering Lead

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Maintain Paneras exceptional standards for craveable food quality. Build excitement and interest in Paneras products and services....

Catering Supervisor

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 18 days ago

Location Name: THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM - 10066011 Location ID: 10066011 Catering Supervisor Location: THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM - 10066011 Workdays/shifts : Varying...

Banquet Captain

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 24 days ago

Banquet Captain Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel - 3.4 Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time $10 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off...

Catering Manager 4

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Returning Users Log Back In Role Overview Grow your career and develop a catering team that shares your desire to make a difference! Sodexo is seeking a Catering Director for The University of...

Banquet Captain

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Banquet Captain Duties and Responsibilities THE FENNEC The Fennec brings an entirely new concept to Birmingham. The four unique spaces, The Fennec, The Social, The Cypress, and The Foxhole Lounge,...

Mortgage Quality Assurance Function Manager

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Events Coordinator - Zoom Motorsports

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Eventive - Operations Reports to: TBD - Depending on Event General Purpose: Join the dynamic and customer experience focused team at Eventive Sports Properties,...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Alabaster, AL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Director of Caterings in Alabaster, AL 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 in Alabaster, AL
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%