Director of Catering Jobs in Bloomingdale, IL

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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Seasonal Senior Banquet Manager

  • Compass Group
  • Highland Park, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Highland Park, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

management experience is required Comprehensive food and wine knowledge....

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Banquet Supervisor

  • Compass Group
  • Highland Park, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Banquet Supervisor - Ravinia Music Festival Pay Range : $25.00 to $28.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

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Catering Operations Manager - Deerfield, IL

  • Compass Group
  • Deerfield, IL (19 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL (19 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: CATERING OPERATIONS MANAGER - DEERFIELD, IL Salary: $70000 - $75000 / year As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding...

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Executive Assistant & Events Coordinator

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 4 days ago

multitask in a busy, high-energy environment Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Positive, team-oriented, and adaptable attitude Preferred Experience for the Executive Operations Coordinator Front-of-house...

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Restaurant Events Coordinator

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 4 days ago

milestone occasions Social gatherings and private dining experiences What Were Looking For 3+ years of special events experience in an upscale or fine dining environment Fluency in Tripleseat and OpenTable...

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Banquet Manager

  • Chicago Athletic Association
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Banquet Manager is responsible for the overall management and coordination of all banquet events, ensuring seamless...

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Private Events Coordinator

  • Arcis Golf
  • Lemont, IL (19 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lemont, IL (19 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Club Location: Ruffled Feathers Golf Club - Lemont, IL Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Jarabe Mexican Street Food
  • Lyons, IL (17 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lyons, IL (17 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Jarabe catering is looking for a new catering coordinator for our commercial kitchen facility. We are looking for someone, who is enthusiastic about...

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Senior Banquets Manager

  • Marriott Hotels & Resorts
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service Sets a positive example for guest relations. Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels....

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Complex Director of Banquets and Events

  • Pyramid Hotel Group
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 11 days ago

What you will have an opportunity to do: Position Summary The Director of Banquets and Events is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing all banquet, catering, and event operations...

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Institute Support and Events Coordinator

  • Wheaton College
  • Wheaton, IL (6 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (6 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Institute Support & Events Coordinator Wheaton College Billy Graham Center (WCBGC) Job Overview The Institute Support and Events Coordinator provide execution-focused administrative and logistical...

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Meeting and Events Coordinator

  • CBRE
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Meeting and Events Coordinator CBRE - 3.6 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $26.45 - $31.25 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Vendor relationship building Equipment...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Trump Hotel Collection
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Catering Sales preferred. LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate. GROOMING All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance....

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Special Events Manager

  • Rush University Medical Center
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: RMC Medical Student Progs-RMC Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and...

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Banquet Captain

  • PENN Entertainment
  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 20 days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

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Director of Catering Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Bloomingdale, IL

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Highest Education Level

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