We are looking for a Catering Manager to lead a team of kitchen and wait staff and make sure they deliver excellent customer service.Catering Manager responsibilities include planning food and beverage menus, scheduling shifts and coordinating food preparation and serving during events. To be successful in this role, you should have work experience in catering or hospitality and solid organizational abilities.Ultimately, you will ensure that we run efficient catering facilities and help increase our clientele.Responsibilities
Gather customer requirements (like number of guests and event dates)
Plan food and beverage menus considering clients preferences and special requests (for example healthy meals for children)
Determine requirements in ingredients and set portions
Schedule staff shifts
Train and manage wait staff and kitchen personnel
Oversee food prep and customer service
Report on expenses
Manage stock and place orders as needed
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Arrange food tastings with potential customers
Requirements
Work experience as a Catering Manager, Restaurant Manager or similar role
Understanding of food hygiene
Hands-on experience with creating menus from scratch
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Customer service attitude
Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions under stressful circumstances
Flexibility to work during weekends and holidays
Certification in hospitality or culinary management is a plus