Manager of Catering Jobs in Oklahoma

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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Banquet Captain

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago

Location Come and join our team at this 605-room convention center hotel in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Our luxury hotel is located next to the Paycom Center(OKC Thunder), the Oklahoma...

Events Coordinator

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 5 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 5 days ago

ABOUT ORU Oral Roberts University is a Christian University located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As a globally recognized, Holy Spirit-empowered University, we develop whole leaders for the whole world...

Activities and Events Coordinator

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 7 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 7 days ago

DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE! At Community name, a thriving Discovery Senior Living community, we have meaningful job opportunities with the ability to make a difference in the lives of our residents....

Catering Manager Off-Site Sales

  • Owasso, OK
  • 15 days ago
  • Owasso, OK
  • 15 days ago

This person will spend their time in the community looking for and cultivating catering sales opportunities. We will look for the following qualities: Must be at least 18 years of age....

Banquet Manager

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 22 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 22 days ago

Sees that guest satisfaction is achieved through effective supervision and delegation of functions, checks on food quality and courteous performance of entire banquet staff....

Catering Lead

  • Lawton, OK
  • 26 days ago
  • Lawton, OK
  • 26 days ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD 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 do everything possible to earn your...

Catering Coordinator

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Catering Coordinator (Seasonal) at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark Pay Range: $20.00 to $20.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text...

Banquet Captain

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary The full-time Banquet Captain is responsible for supervision and coordination of activities of banquet servers during banquets and concessions services to ensure that food is...

Assistant Director of Banquets

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Come and join our team at this 605-room convention center hotel in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Our luxury hotel is located next to the Paycom Center(OKC Thunder), the Oklahoma...

Catering Coordinator

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Position Title: Catering Coordinator (Seasonal) at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark Pay Range : $20.00 to $20.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000...

Catering - Lead

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Lead communication between back-of-house and front-of-house to ensure food is correct and out at approved times. Supervise buffet attendants and food runners throughout the event....

Banquet Captain

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago

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

Catering Supervisor Part-time Arvest Convention Center

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Catering Supervisor Part-time BOK

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Catering Supervisor Part-time BOK Center

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 90+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

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Salary for Manager of Catering Jobs in Oklahoma

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

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Highest Education Level

Manager of Caterings in Oklahoma 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 Manager of Caterings in Oklahoma
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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