Director of Catering Jobs in South Carolina

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

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 14 hours ago

Property We are looking for a highly motivated Banquet Captain to join our team! This individual will help to direct the set up and preparation of banquet rooms for banquet functions, serve and...

Catering Lead

  • Greenville, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 2 days ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD 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 do everything possible to earn your...

Food Services Director

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Maintains compliance standards for meal service and food quality. Works with client in maintaining safe work environment in facility....

Food Services Director - Certified Dietary Manager

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The Food Services Director Certified Dietary Manager plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operations of food services to ensure daily provision of quality...

Food Services Director

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 6 days ago

Maintains compliance standards for meal service and food quality. Works with client in maintaining safe work environment in facility....

Banquet Captain

  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago

Hotel: Greenville Embassy Suites 670 Verdae Blvd Greenville, SC 29607 Banquet Captain Full time Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence Profile: Reports...

Catering Supervisor

  • Sumter, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 19 days ago

Catering Supervisor** **Job Reference Number:** 29702 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** South Carolina (US-SC) The Role...

Wedding & Events Coordinator Extraordinaire

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 23 days ago

Location: Beach House Hilton Head Island, SC (where the sand is your office, and the ocean is your view) Job Type: Full-Time (because weddings don't plan themselves) About Us: Beach House Hilton...

Banquet Supervisor

  • Greenville, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Give exceptional customer service to our internal and external guests Set up all meeting rooms to the specifications of the guest. This includes considerable physical activity in transporting...

Catering Supervisor

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA UPSTATE - 34760016 Location ID: 34760016 Catering Supervisor Location: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA UPSTATE - 34760016 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Events & Catering Manager

  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Orangeburg Country Club is seeking an experienced Events & Catering Manager. The Events & Catering Manager will initiate event sales and coordinate private and club events. The Events & Catering...

Banquet Captain

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description The Banquet Captain plays a supervisory role by directing Banquet Servers in ensuring a pleasant experience for Sodexo Live! guests who attend catered breakfasts, coffee breaks,...

Banquet Captain Part-time Greenville SC Convention Center

  • Greenville, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 90+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Banquet Captain

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Banquet Captain Part-Time Beach House Hilton Head Hilton Head Island, SC A property of: EOS Hospitality Posted 2 days ago SHARE THIS JOB JOB DETAILS Description Responsibilities Overseeing banquet...

Banquet Captain at the DoubleTree/Ellie Resort

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented B anquet Captain to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in South Carolina

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Highest Education Level

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