Manager of Catering Jobs in Tennessee

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 Lead

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD TriStar Centennial Hospital currently requires the following upon hire: National & local criminal background search with social security number trace (Paid by Panera...

Captain, Catering Lead

  • TN
  • 2 days ago
  • TN
  • 2 days ago

CAPTAIN, CATERING LEAD Compass Group Tennessee Position Title: CAPTAIN, CATERING LEAD (Seasonal) at Knoxville Smokies Pay Range: $15.00 to $17.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job...

Catering Supervisor

  • TN
  • 2 days ago
  • TN
  • 2 days ago

CATERING SUPERVISOR Compass Group Tennessee Position Title: CATERING SUPERVISOR (Seasonal) at Knoxville Smokies Pay Range: $19.00 to $19.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via...

Business Unit Compliance Function Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Catering Supervisor

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: CATERING SUPERVISOR (Seasonal) at Knoxville Smokies Pay Range: $19.00 to $19.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000...

Captain, Catering Lead

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: CAPTAIN, CATERING LEAD (Seasonal) at Knoxville Smokies Pay Range: $15.00 to $17.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to...

Catering Coordinator Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Franklin, TN

  • Franklin, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 8 days ago

This is an entry position supporting the efforts of the Director of Catering and Catering Sales Manager....

Banquet Manager - Marriott Nashville Airport

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Work with the Catering Sales Manager to increase sales of the department. Assist with show rounds when necessary. Check Staff attitude and appearance....

Director, Event Services

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Director, Event Services Knoxville, Tennessee, United States Administration Staff Staff Full-Time Title: Director, Event Services Department: Business & Community Services Number of Positions: 1...

Travel and Events Coordinator

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company Travel and Events Coordinator in Nashville , Tennessee Works on projects in support of varying government contracts, including general project...

Banquet Manager - The Harpeth Hotel

  • Franklin, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 15 days ago

THE HARPETH HOTEL The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton, is located in the heart of Historic Franklin, just minutes from Nashville. Situated in the cornerstone of Franklin,...

Catering Operations Manager. Job in Lebanon Gr8Jobs

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 18 days ago

Education and Certifications: High school diploma or GED required Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in Hotel/Restaurant Management or a related field ServSafe certification within 3 months of...

Food Services Director - Certified Dietary Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

The Food Services Director Certified Dietary Manager plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operations of food services to ensure daily provision of quality nutritional services in...

Banquet Captain

  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago

Conrad Nashville 1620 West End Avenue Nashville, TN 37203 234 Room Hotel Managed By Northwood Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation: 10.00,...

Banquet Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago

Banquet Manager Conrad Nashville Nashville, TN Job Details 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching...

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Salary for Manager of Catering Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.0%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.2%
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 Tennessee
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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