Director of Catering Jobs in Farmers Branch, TX

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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Events Coordinator

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Logistics Specialist Lead the logistics and event planning efforts for social service operations, ensuring smooth execution and coordination. Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary...

Catering Lead

  • Irving, TX (4 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irving, TX (4 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 2 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...

Banquet Captain (AT&T Discovery District)

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 4 days ago

The Role The purpose of the Banquet Supervisor is to set, maintain, clean, and refresh all meeting/special event spaces within Venue. The supervisor will oversee the set up/operations team. In...

Captain Banquet

  • McKinney, TX (24 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (24 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Catering Manager

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 11 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a Catering Manager with high-volume, high-end catering experience and back-of-the-house culinary skills for an exclusive private day school in Dallas, Texas. Our...

Director of Catering Sales

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Position Title: Director of Catering Sales Reports To: Director of Dining Services Salary: Other Forms of Compensation: CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse...

Catering Operations Manager

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Restaurant Associates Position Title: Catering Operations Manager Pay 13 Reports To: General Manager Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Become part of Restaurant Associates,...

Catering Operations Manager

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Position Title: Catering Operations Manager Pay 13 Reports To: General Manager Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industrys leading...

Catering Coordinator

  • Garland, TX (15 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Garland, TX (15 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 16 days ago

REPORTS TO: General Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Leader Must be able to work Monday-Friday 8-2 (or later) Must have your own transportation and a valid drivers license. Position Summary...

Manager Banquet

  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 19 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Catering Coordinator

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 25 days ago

Catering Coordinator at CAVA Catering Coordinator at CAVA in Dallas, Texas Posted in Other 2 days ago. Job Description: Catering Lead At CAVA we love what we do, and we try and make every day as...

Meetings and Special Events Manager

  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 27 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management, food and beverage...

Banquet Manager

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 28 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Directs and motivates team while personally assisting in providing high quality service based on requirements and standards. Monitors and controls financial and administrative...

Banquet Captain

  • Grapevine, TX (9 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (9 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Hotel: Dallas Fort Worth Embassy Suites 2401 Bass Pro Drive Grapevine, TX 76051 Banquet Captain Full time Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence At the...

Area Catering Operations Manager

  • Addison, TX (4 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Addison, TX (4 miles from Farmers Branch, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborate with Area Catering Sales Manager, General Managers, Sales Managers, Catering Specialists and other staff members to ensure that equipment is sourced and identified for upcoming events and...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Farmers Branch, TX

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Highest Education Level

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