Director of Catering Jobs in South Dakota

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

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Hotel:** Sioux Falls Sheraton 1211 West Avenue North Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Banquet Captain Full time **Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence** **Whats in...

Operations/Events Coordinator

  • Watertown, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 2 days ago

Here's a unique opportunity for you to give back to your community while playing apivotal role in the ongoing mission of the Heritage Museum. As Operations/EventsCoordinator, you will engage in a...

Catering Lead

  • Piedmont, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Piedmont, SD
  • 7 days ago

Maintain Paneras exceptional standards for craveable food quality. Build excitement and interest in Paneras products and services....

Banquet Captain

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago

Banquet Captain The Country Club of Sioux Falls - 4.0 Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time Estimated: $34.7K - $42.5K a year 4 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance...

LATC- Chef & Catering Coordinator

  • Watertown, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 12 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Chef & Catering Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and successful execution of all catering services at Lake Area Technical College (LATC). This...

Catering Manager 2

  • Brookings, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 30+ days ago

sales through suggestive selling and contract negotiation; and + Experience with catering event software such as CaterTrax, CaterEase or EMS....

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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