Director of Catering Jobs in Birmingham, 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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Special Events Manager

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago

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Catering Coordinator Catering Coordinator

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago

Catering Coordinator Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Birmingham, AL Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all...

Catering Coordinator

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 15 days ago

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

Catering Lead

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 17 days ago

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

Digital Strategic Insights and Optimization Function Manager

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ 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...

Catering Manager

  • Leeds, AL (12 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Leeds, AL (12 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Servsafe certified. This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time....

Events Coordinator, Beeson Divinity School

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Welcome to Samford University's application process powered by NeoEd! You can submit an online application by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link!...

Banquet Captain Part-Time Regions Field

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ 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...

Banquet Supervisor

  • Vestavia Hills, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vestavia Hills, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Old Overton Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Banquet Supervisor. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Birmingham, AL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Director of Caterings in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.1%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.0%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Caterings in Birmingham, 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%