Director of Catering Jobs in New Jersey

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 Director

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 1 day ago

quality, presentation, and service as it pertains to CFA guidelines Complete any One Click lists pertinent to your focus area of the business Create Slack Channels for the promotion of CARE events...

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Meetings & Events Coordinator - Air Travel & Attendee Logistics

  • American Express Global Business Travel
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0789619 Job Title: Meetings & Events Coordinator - Air Travel & Attendee Logistics Company: American Express Global Business Travel Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education:...

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Events Coordinator

  • Bath Concepts Independent Dealers
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Events Coordinator Job Description Blissful Bath is one of the fastest growing brands in the acrylic bath remodeling industry. We are looking for quality people to join our winning team. Our goal...

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Lead Shows & Events Coordinator

  • Bath Planet
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0775375 Job Title: Lead Shows & Events Coordinator Company: Bath Planet Location: Toms River, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Spire Hospitality
  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • 12 days ago

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have...

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Events Coordinator (Req.2385)

  • Caldwell University
  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Caldwell University invites applications for a full-time Events Coordinator. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Events Coordinator is the creative and logistical engine behind Caldwell...

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Premium Catering Supervisor

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Premium Catering Supervisor (Part-Time Seasonal) at Shoretown Ballpark Pay Range: $18.50 to $22.50 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

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Banquet Manager - Avenue

  • Live! Hospitality & Entertainment
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Avenue is a modern answer to a blend of the Parisian brasserie & the luxurious beaches of St. Tropez, located on the private beach of Long Branch. In this role, you'll oversee all aspects of...

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Assistant Catering Director

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 27 days ago

Chick-fil-A Urgent Hiring: Immediate Opening for a Highly Skilled Assistant Catering Director Are you looking for a dynamic work environment where your leadership skills can flourish? Do you want...

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Catering Manager

  • Compass Group
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 28 days ago

sales and culinary teams, and overseeing catering equipment maintenance and inventory....

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Banquet Captain

  • HEI Hotels & Resorts
  • Rutherford, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rutherford, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

About Us Renaissance Meadowlands offers our associates a sophisticated and contemporary environment, strategically situated near the region's highly coveted attractions and business hubs. Nestled...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Panera Bread Co
  • NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We are a top franchise group with great growth potential, looking...

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Banquet Captain

  • TA Instruments
  • Newark, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Accessibility Note: If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate...

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Banquet Supervisor

  • HEI Hotels & Resorts
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

About Us The Hyatt Regency on the Hudson located in downtown Jersey City sits on a beautiful pier overlooking the New York City Skyline. Our hotel is one of the oldest in the area and has great...

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Catering Supervisor-Prudential Center

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Newark, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: CATERING SUPERVISOR-PRUDENTIAL CENTER Pay Range: $24.00 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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Director of Catering Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Food Costing for the Restaurant and Catering Industry
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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 New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%