Director of Catering Jobs in Cleveland, OH

A Director of Catering in the hospitality industry oversees all aspects of a catering operation, including planning, coordinating, and executing events of various sizes and themes. They are responsible for managing staff, budgeting, ensuring customer satisfaction, and liaising with vendors and venue management. Additionally, they may also have to design menus, negotiate contracts, and develop marketing strategies to promote the business. A significant part of their role also involves building and maintaining relationships with clients. They must ensure that the service delivered is of the highest standard and meets the specific requirements of each client.

For this role, an individual must possess excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, along with a strong understanding of food and beverage management. They should be adept at problem-solving, have an eye for detail and be able to work under pressure. Knowledge of safety and health regulations is also essential. A degree in hospitality management, certifications from professional catering associations, and familiarity with catering software are usually preferred. Prior to becoming a Director of Catering, an individual may have roles such as Catering Manager, Event Planner, or Food and Beverage Manager, providing them with necessary industry experience.

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Catering Coordinator

  • Parma, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Parma, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Sales Growth Catering Orders Completed/Delivered On time Catering Order Accuracy CEM Scores/Customer Satisfaction Expectations: Must be over 18 with reliable transportation & clean driving record Benefits...

Captain, Banquets Catering - Huntington Convention Center, Levy

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 10 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Captain, Banquets Catering - Huntington Convention Center, Levy Pay Range: $23.00 to $25.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Captain, Banquets Catering - Huntington Convention Center, Levy

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 11 days ago

Position Title: Captain, Banquets Catering - Huntington Convention Center, Levy Pay Range : $23.00 to $25.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Events Coordinator

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 28 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 28 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description This person plays a key role as part of our event marketing team by representing the Gunton and Pella brand at local events and festivals. They work with the Events...

Senior Meetings and Special Events Manager

  • Avon, OH (17 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Avon, OH (17 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage...

Banquet Supervisor

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago

The Hotel Cleveland is seeking an energetic Banquet Supervisor to join our team. The Banquet Supervisor is responsible for supervising the set up, service and clean up of all assigned banquet...

Security and Special Events Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 45+ days ago

The Security and Special Events Manager oversees control room and floor operations during special events and regular business hours. Manages activities of the museum’s protection services team to...

Catering Coordinator

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 60+ days ago

of Catering and Catering Sales Manager Administrative responsibilities, including answering sales/inquiry calls, maintaining inventory of sales documents (printed menus, marketing, etc), maintaining...

Catering Coordinator

  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

of Catering and Catering Sales Manager Administrative responsibilities, including answering sales/inquiry calls, maintaining inventory of sales documents (printed menus, marketing, etc), maintaining...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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Highest Education Level

Director of Caterings in Cleveland, OH 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 Director of Caterings in Cleveland, OH
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%