Director of Catering Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 Manager

  • Aparium Hotel Group
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 days ago

Banquet Manager Reports to: Director of Food & Beverage, position is Exempt WHAT YOU WILL NEED Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a leadership role in Banquets, Catering and/or Events or Food...

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Dual Sales & Events Coordinator

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa East - Ybor City
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 15 days ago

The Dual Sales & Events Coordinator is responsible for providing high-level administrative and operational support to the sales and events teams at two hotel properties. This role supports all...

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Banquet Supervisor

  • Invited
  • Oldsmar, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oldsmar, FL (14 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 16 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

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Stewardship and Events Coordinator

  • Berkeley Preparatory School
  • Tampa, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 27 days ago

Berkeley Preparatory School - a school free of government interference located in beautiful Tampa, Florida. Founded in 1960, Berkeley Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational,...

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Earl of Sandwich Catering Coordinator Earl of Sandwich Westchase

  • Earl Enterprises
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 60+ days ago

sales and delivery business by cold calling, utilizing business lists, and Inside and Outside Sales presentations Appropriately follow-up with guests to ensure needs and expectations are being exceeded...

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Banquet Captain

  • Crescent Hotels & Resorts
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (16 miles from Tampa, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Check server and houseperson banquet event orders to ensure that all information is accurate. Check room set-up to see that banquet event order directions are completely...

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Restaurant Catering Coordinator

  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop
  • Tampa, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Sales Team Supervises backline operations to ensure all associates are POP compliant Ensures all backline orders are complete and catering checklist/order verification forms are utilized Collaborates...

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Director of Catering Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Food Costing for the Restaurant and Catering Industry
Controlling costs in catering is an essential skill to ensure a kitchen runs profitably. On this two-week course, youll learn the fundamentals of cost management in restaurants and catering...
Boardroom Foundations: What Every Future Board Director Should Know
Step into the boardroom and discover the fundamentals of governance, leadership, and effective decision-making. Across five weeks, youll explore the role of governance in organisational settings,...
HACCP Fundamentals for Catering and Manufacturing
Hazard analysis critical control points (HACCP) is an important part of food safety management. It is a globally recognized, systematic, and science-based approach to food safety that addresses...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Highest Education Level

Director of Caterings in Tampa, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.2%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
11.9%
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 Tampa, FL
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%