Director of Catering Jobs in Colorado

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

  • Aurora, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 4 hours ago

City, State: Aurora, Colorado $22/hr. Looking for a Full Time Banquet Captain with Experience. $22/hr Title: Banquet Captain Status: Full Time Reports to: Food & Beverage Manager Supervises:...

Hotel Banquet Captain - Winter 25.26 Seasonal - Part Time

  • Steamboat Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Steamboat Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Seasonal (Seasonal) Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the...

Banquet Captain

  • Golden, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Golden, CO
  • 2 days ago

BANQUET CAPTAIN GOLDEN, CO APPLY SHARE PT/Seasonal opportunity ranging from $20-$22/hr. Overview: The Banquet Captain provides leadership and direction to staff with exceptional attention to...

Catering Coordinator

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 2 days ago

and actively follows it Manages capacity for backline based on staffing while maintaining food quality standards and order accuracy Manages all house accounts including database of ATO and payments...

Catering Coordinator

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 3 days ago

and actively follows it Manages capacity for backline based on staffing while maintaining food quality standards and order accuracy Manages all house accounts including database of ATO and payments...

Banquet Manager - Year Round - Full Time

  • Steamboat Springs, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Steamboat Springs, CO
  • 3 days ago

of Catering and Convention Services, Catering Manager and VP of F&B to evaluate event planning and performance on an ongoing regular basis Ensure understanding and compliance with all company policies...

Sales & Catering Coordinator

  • Westminster, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Westminster, CO
  • 4 days ago

About Us Ideally positioned 15 minutes from both Denver and Boulder, The Westin Westminster provides convenient access to the 16th Street Mall and Pearl Street Mall, as well as abundant outdoor...

Catering - Supervisor

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

Previous Experience Two-three years catering operations and/or event planning in off-site catering, hotel or cultural attraction catering venue preferred. BEO knowledge and execution preferred....

Banquet Coordinator, Events

  • Evans, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Evans, CO
  • 8 days ago

Experience with banquet event orders and banquet catering. Experience using event-related database, software, and web systems. Flexibility and the ability to work nights and weekends....

of Catering and Convention Services, Catering Manager and VP of F&B to evaluate event planning and performance on an ongoing regular basis Ensure understanding and compliance with all company policies...

Catering Manager

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 9 days ago

Catering experience is required. Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation....

Catering Lead

  • Northglenn, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Northglenn, CO
  • 10 days ago

As a Catering Lead you will : Own the success of the catering operations Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach others to do so effectively Maintain accurate and detailed guest database,...

Events Coordinator

  • Black Hawk, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Black Hawk, CO
  • 10 days ago

There are many great advantages to work in our Catering department: Day shift and consistent schedules Free Hot Meal per shift Non-smoking environment Subsidized transportation Advancement opportunities...

Catering Manager

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 10 days ago

Catering experience is required. Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation....

Director of Catering and Conference Services

  • Denver, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 10 days ago

Location Overview The Director of Catering and Confernce Services is responsible for soliciting new catering accounts, entertaining and sustaining relationships with existing accounts to meet and/or...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Colorado

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Highest Education Level

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