Director of Catering Jobs in Clark, NJ

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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Catering Supervisor, Full-Time (New York, NY)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Catering Supervisor in New York City, NY. The pay for this position is $25.00/hr. Founded in...

Assistant Director of Catering Sales - Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Come join our team at the Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza as their next Assistant Director of Catering Sales!...

Events Coordinator

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Events Coordinator DailyPay Administration New York, USA Posted on Apr 28, 2025 The Role: We are seeking an Event Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in the successful execution of...

Catering Coordinator

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $22 / hour What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients...

Events Coordinator - SEASONAL

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details We are looking for a hospitality professional who has an excellent industry track record and thrives in a fast-paced environment. As Events...

Operations Coordinator for Catering Business

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Do what you love. Eat like you care. Bring people together. Create food that is authentic and honest. Food should make you feel good. Don't overcomplicate the process. It all starts with good...

Catering Coordinator

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Salary: $22 / hour What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how...

Events Coordinator

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

MoMath seeks an entrepreneurial individual focused on customer service and fundraising as an Events Coordinator to grow the Museum's events business. The Events Coordinator is the first point of...

Director of Catering & Sales - Boutique Catering Agency Union Square NYC

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

of Catering & Sales to lead its growing team....

Sr. Catering Manager

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Restaurant Associates Position Title: Sr. Catering Manager Pay 12 Salary: $77,000 - $87,000 Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for...

Manager, Catering - FIFA World Cup 26

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Who We Are: On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production and travel management across sports,...

Catering Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a CATERING MANAGER position. Location : LUI Brooklyn Shark Bite - 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Catering Lead

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself, reach your goals- and help others do the same? If so, then Panera is for you. We do...

Sr. Catering Manager

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Position Title: Sr. Catering Manager Pay 12 Salary: $77,000 - $87,000 Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industrys leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's...

Sr. Events Coordinator

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Clark, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week Our New York Life culture has laid the foundation for over 175 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Clark, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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