Salary: $90000 - $95000 / year
Job SummarySeeking an organized, customer-focused Catering Director to lead execution of on-site events, manage day-to-day catering operations, and grow revenue through creative marketing and business development. The ideal candidate ensures flawless event execution, builds client relationships, and drives repeat and new business.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee end-to-end execution of catering events (corporate, social, weddings, private parties), ensuring quality, timing, and client satisfaction.
- Create, maintain, and manage detailed run-of-show documents and event timelines; coordinate vendors, staff, equipment, and venue logistics.
- Lead and supervise catering teams (servers, bartenders, setup/teardown, chefs) including scheduling, training, and performance management.
- Manage client communication from inquiry to post-event follow-up; conduct site visits and pre-event meetings.
- Coordinate menu planning, special requests, dietary needs, and quality control with culinary team.
- Develop and implement creative marketing strategies to grow catering revenue: targeted promotions, partnerships, social media campaigns, upsell packages, and local outreach.
- Track leads, proposals, contracts, and conversion metrics; prepare regular sales and operations reports.
- Maintain budgets, pricing strategies, inventory control, and vendor relationships; approve purchasing as needed.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations; uphold company standards for service and presentation.
- Troubleshoot on-site issues quickly and professionally to maintain guest satisfaction.
Required Qualifications:- 3+ years experience in catering, events, or hospitality management; prior experience managing events and staff.
- Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to create and execute detailed runs of show and timelines.
- Proven track record of driving revenue growth through marketing, partnerships, or business development.
- Excellent client-facing communication, negotiation, and sales skills.
- Ability to manage multiple events and priorities under pressure; flexible schedule.
- Familiarity with catering operations: food service, beverage control, inventory, and vendor management.
Apply to Flik today!Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: Flik Hospitality Group
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