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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Catering Coordinator - 6243 E State Street

  • Rockford, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 6 hours ago

quality standards and order accuracy Manages all house accounts including database of ATO and payments Works weekly with DM to discuss sales successes and to update Sales goals Sales Strives to meet...

Sr. Catering Coordinator

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Catering Lead

  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Supervisor for Catering Services - Rm 500

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Food And Nutr Srvcs -R500 Drcc **Work Type:** Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9...

Manager of Catering Sales

  • Brookfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

SSA Group at Brookfield Zoo is looking for a talented Manager of Catering Sales to join our team!...

Catering Director

  • Barrington, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Barrington, IL
  • 2 days ago

er Catering Director Responsibilities: Cascades the vision of Quest Food Management Services ensuring the Quest vision, values and founding principles are effectively communicated, understood and...

Banquet Manager - Hilton Orrington

  • Evanston, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 2 days ago

A Banquet Manager is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. What...

Catering Manager

  • Winnetka, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Winnetka, IL
  • 3 days ago

Catering Manager Job Description Position Summary Prepares and presents menu items during service of the cafeteria to Quest standards. Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of...

Catering Coordinator

  • Rockford, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 3 days ago

Sales Team Supervises backline operations to ensure all associates are POP compliant Ensures all backline orders are complete and catering checklist/order verification forms are utilized Collaborates...

Sales & Catering Coordinator - Temporary - Kimpton Gray Hotel

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who...

Banquet Captain

  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago

at Gorman & Company in Rockford, Illinois, United States Job Description Position: Banquet Captain Location: Rockford, IL Job Id: 1108 # of Openings: 1 Inspire the Service at Embassy Suites as a...

Assistant Director of Banquets - The Drake Hotel

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

The Drake is seeking an Assistant Director of Banquets to join our talented team! The Drake, renowned for its timeless elegance and exceptional guest experiences, has been a cornerstone of...

Fundraising Events Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

ABOUT US : Nuestros Pequenos Hermanos (NPH) means Our Little Brothers and Sisters in Spanish. NPH transforms the lives of vulnerable childrenin Bolivia, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador,...

Sales & Catering Coordinator - Temporary

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here. Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality...

Catering Lead

  • Decatur, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 9 days ago

The Catering Lead provides support and leadership to the culinary operations on and off campus. The lead is responsible for assisting the Food Service Manager with the day-to-day planning and...

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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

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Highest Education Level

Manager of Caterings in Illinois 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
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 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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