Manager of Catering Jobs in Riverwoods, IL

A Manager of Catering in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of catering events. Their roles include liaising with clients to understand their needs and preferences, designing menus, coordinating with chefs and other staff, ensuring the quality of food and service, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. They not only ensure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event, but also manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, and track and report on catering performance.

Important skills for a Catering Manager include strong organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a good understanding of food and beverage management. They should also have knowledge of basic accounting, customer service, and negotiation skills. Certifications in food service management or a related field, such as a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, or a Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE) certification can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Manager of Catering, a person might have roles such as a Catering Coordinator, Event Planner, or a Sous Chef.

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Director of Catering - Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

4-6 years of leadership experience in a catering or banquet role. 3-5 years in a Director Catering Sales role in a high volume convention hotel or convention center preferred....

Catering Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Part-time help being an events coordinator in a chiropractic office

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for a high energy, bubbly, enthusiastic person who loves to work with people to help set up and attend health care related events. This is NOT a position for the shy or quiet in nature...

Catering Lead

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (10 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (10 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Manager - Catering Financial Controls

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities: The Manager Catering Financial Controls is responsible for assisting in the negotiation and execution of contracts, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal...

Event Coordinator/Catering Sales - Delivered Food Team

  • Morton Grove, IL (10 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (10 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 2 days ago

sales experience Ability to sell, upsell and service events from 10-1000 guests Active membership in at least one professional catering, hospitality or related organization Considers themselves a "...

Director of Banquets

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Property About Us Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and...

Banquet Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 8 days ago

To establish communication with the executive and banquet chef, banquet staff, catering service managers, and catering staff. To recommend and identify new ideas, methods and markets....

Development Events Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 10 days ago

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Director of Catering Sales

  • Glencoe, IL (6 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Glencoe, IL (6 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Detailed Responsibilities: * Functions as the business leader of the locations catering sales department, managing the locations reactive catering sales efforts in an effort to secure and maximize catering...

Banquet Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Understanding of and previous experience in a union environment highly preferred Must have comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette...

Catering Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Th eoffered salary will be determined by a variety of factors including anapplicant’s education, years of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities aswell as internal equity and alignment with...

Banquet Manager

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Levy Sector Salary: 75000 Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part...

Banquet Manager

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Salary: 75000 Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every...

Catering Manager

  • Schiller Park, IL (16 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Schiller Park, IL (16 miles from Riverwoods, IL)
  • 24 days ago

, sales, event management, or hospitality leadership Strong customer service and communication skills Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask under pressure Familiarity with Banquet Event...

Demographic Data for Riverwoods, IL

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Salary for Manager of Catering Jobs in Riverwoods, IL

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Highest Education Level

Manager of Caterings in Riverwoods, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.1%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.0%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manager of Caterings in Riverwoods, IL
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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