Catering manager
Objectives & summaries

Strategic business leader with vast experience in the food service industry as a regionally recognized and awarded Catering Manager. Exceptional recruitment, selection, and team development skills that lead to cost containment, food cost reduction, and overall customer satisfaction. Possesses a history of building long-term relationships with third-party vendors that bring a consistent quality of product and service.

Performance-driven professional with over 6 years of experience managing catering for special events. Researches and opens new territories, create business relationships with venues, suppliers, and clients, and negotiates and structures special events with the self-motivation and initiative required to overcome challenges. Capable of thinking “on the spot” to quickly problem solve as unexpected hurdles or issues arise.

Dynamic Catering Professional with 1,5 years of experience working in fast-paced, collaborative corporate and private events on tight schedules and deadlines. Consistently successful in following policies and procedures, checking food and beverage inventory, and representing the company. Exhibits a strong ability to identify, propose, and close new opportunities with clients and vendors. Bilingual with proficiency in English and Spanish.

Catering Professional with 6 years of experience seeking a position to leverage highly-developed communication, relationship building, and customer service skills. Possess a talent for prospecting and understanding client needs to create unique and enjoyable dining experiences.

Accomplished catering manager with 5 years’ experience working for large party special events. Proven ability to deal effectively with reducing food waste, communicating with event guests, and following policies and procedures to ensure positive and memorable guest experiences.