Catering Manager

We are looking for a hands-on Catering Manager to oversee the coordination and execution of a high-volume catering operation handling everything from corporate box lunches and office catering to large-scale events, private parties, and full-service functions. This role is responsible for the operational side of catering including logistics, staffing, client communication, scheduling, setup, execution, and overall event success. This is not a sales-focused position, and the footprint is across the DMV market.

Catering Manager Compensation

$65,000$85,000 base salary depending on experience

Health, dental, and vision benefits

PTO and paid holidays

Growth opportunity with an established hospitality organization

Flexible schedule based on catering and event demands

Catering Manager Qualifications / Responsibilities

Oversee all catering operations from booking handoff through event completion

Coordinate high-volume catering orders including box lunches, corporate catering, private events, banquets, and offsite functions

Manage staffing, timelines, rentals, transportation, setup, and execution logistics

Serve as the primary operational contact for catering clients leading up to and during events

Work directly with culinary and operations teams to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely execution

Oversee event setup, service, breakdown, and problem resolution in real time

Maintain banquet event orders (BEOs), scheduling, invoices, and operational communication across departments

Must be able to stand for extended periods and regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds

Must be comfortable working nights, weekends, holidays, and long event shifts as needed

Prior catering, banquet, or hospitality management experience required

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple events and moving parts simultaneously