Director of Catering Jobs in Utah

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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Meetings & Events Coordinator

  • Montage Hotels & Resorts
  • Deer Valley, UT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Deer Valley, UT
  • 13 hours ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

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Sales and Events Coordinator

  • Aza
  • Draper, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Draper, UT
  • 5 days ago

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium Sales and Events Coordinator Position: Sales and Events Coordinator Reports to: Director of Event Sales and Experiences Why Utah? Utah is home to five national...

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Fulfillment & Events Coordinator (Temporary)

  • NRG Energy
  • Lehi, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Lehi, UT
  • 6 days ago

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, were driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a...

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Meetings & Events Coordinator Air Travel & Attendee Logistics

  • American Express Global Business Travel
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and through their work can make an impact on our industry. Were here to help our colleagues achieve success and...

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Seasonal Events Coordinator

  • Constellation Brands
  • Wanship, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Wanship, UT
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Responsibilities Support Event Coordinators with the planning and execution of corporate, social, wedding, and branded events Assist in managing and coordinating event details...

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Events Coordinator

  • Signature Products Group
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 11 days ago

Events Coordinator Signature Products Group - 3.7 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details 20 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Panera Bread Co
  • UT
  • 14 days ago
  • UT
  • 14 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

  • Little America Hotel
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 18 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 18 days ago

PM Shift, Part Time Available The Banquet Captain is primarily responsible for supervising the banquet staff and coordinating all food and beverage services within the banquet department. Some...

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Events Coordinator - Career & Internship Center

  • Utah Valley University
  • Orem, UT
  • 26 days ago
  • Orem, UT
  • 26 days ago

Come bring your attention to detail, problem solving, effective communication, and get-stuff-done skills, and put them to work as the Events Coordinator on our Career & Internship Center team....

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Director of Banquet Operations - Year Round

  • Deer Valley Resort
  • Park City, UT
  • 27 days ago
  • Park City, UT
  • 27 days ago

Year Round Classic, consistent quality from a winning team! Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, in the historic mining town of Park City which has evolved into an...

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Special Events Manager

  • Culinary Dropout
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation Range $60,000 / year + commission opportunity Apply Today Hiring Immediately – Special Events Manager Interview now and learn more about joining our Salt Lake City, UT team. Opening...

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Banquet Manager

  • Pyramid Hotel Group
  • Kamas, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kamas, UT
  • 30+ days ago

REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 2 years of banquet, catering, or event service experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role Strong knowledge of banquet and event service standards and procedures...

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Assistant Supervisor - Catering Captain

  • Utah Valley University
  • Orem, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orem, UT
  • 45+ days ago

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to build leadership and people-management experience while contributing directly to the success of events at Utah Valley University. Working alongside the...

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Catering Supervisor

  • University of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

Catering Supervisor Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Part-time $15 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Food handling Customer communication Customer...

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Catering Supervisor

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • South Jordan, UT
  • 90+ days ago
  • South Jordan, UT
  • 90+ days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Catering Supervisor (Part-Time Seasonal) at The Ballpark at America First Square Pay Range: $18.00 to $18.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text...

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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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Step into the boardroom and discover the fundamentals of governance, leadership, and effective decision-making. Across five weeks, youll explore the role of governance in organisational settings,...
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 Utah

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Highest Education Level

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