Manager of Catering Jobs in Illinois

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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Seasonal Senior Banquet Manager

  • Compass Group
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 5 hours ago

management experience is required Comprehensive food and wine knowledge....

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Banquet Supervisor

  • Compass Group
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Banquet Supervisor - Ravinia Music Festival Pay Range : $25.00 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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Catering Operations Manager - Deerfield, IL

  • Compass Group
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: CATERING OPERATIONS MANAGER - DEERFIELD, IL Salary: $70000 - $75000 / year As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding...

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Meetings & Events Coordinator - Air Travel & Attendee Logistics

  • American Express Global Business Travel
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

at American Express Global Business Travel in Springfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and - through...

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Executive Assistant & Events Coordinator

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

multitask in a busy, high-energy environment Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Positive, team-oriented, and adaptable attitude Preferred Experience for the Executive Operations Coordinator Front-of-house...

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Restaurant Events Coordinator

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

milestone occasions Social gatherings and private dining experiences What Were Looking For 3+ years of special events experience in an upscale or fine dining environment Fluency in Tripleseat and OpenTable...

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Banquet Manager

  • Chicago Athletic Association
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Banquet Manager is responsible for the overall management and coordination of all banquet events, ensuring seamless...

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Private Events Coordinator

  • Arcis Golf
  • Lemont, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Lemont, IL
  • 6 days ago

Club Location: Ruffled Feathers Golf Club - Lemont, IL Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Jarabe Mexican Street Food
  • Lyons, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Lyons, IL
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Jarabe catering is looking for a new catering coordinator for our commercial kitchen facility. We are looking for someone, who is enthusiastic about...

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Assistant Director of Banquets

  • Accor Hotels
  • IL
  • 9 days ago
  • IL
  • 9 days ago

Company Description Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our...

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Senior Banquets Manager

  • Marriott Hotels & Resorts
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service Sets a positive example for guest relations. Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels....

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Complex Director of Banquets and Events

  • Pyramid Hotel Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

What you will have an opportunity to do: Position Summary The Director of Banquets and Events is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing all banquet, catering, and event operations...

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Institute Support and Events Coordinator

  • Wheaton College
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 13 days ago

Institute Support & Events Coordinator Wheaton College Billy Graham Center (WCBGC) Job Overview The Institute Support and Events Coordinator provide execution-focused administrative and logistical...

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Meeting and Events Coordinator

  • CBRE
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Meeting and Events Coordinator CBRE - 3.6 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $26.45 - $31.25 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Vendor relationship building Equipment...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Trump Hotel Collection
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago

Catering Sales preferred. LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate. GROOMING All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance....

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Salary for Manager of Catering Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Manager of Catering positions.



Highest Education Level

Manager of Caterings in Illinois 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 Manager of Caterings in Illinois
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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