Catering Manager

Overview

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Catering Manager to lead our catering operations with enthusiasm and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of catering services, ensuring exceptional food quality, outstanding customer experience, and seamless team coordination. Your leadership will drive the success of our catering events, from small gatherings to large banquets, fostering a vibrant hospitality environment that delights clients and supports team growth. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional passionate about food service management and team leadership in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all catering operations, including food preparation, presentation, and service execution.
• Supervise catering staff, providing training, mentoring, and performance feedback to ensure high standards of hospitality and food safety.
• Oversee inventory control, including ordering supplies, managing stock levels, and reducing waste to maximize profitability.
• Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing, billing, and cash handling with accuracy and integrity.
• Develop menus tailored to client needs while maintaining quality standards; collaborate with culinary teams on food production.
• Manage budgeting, profit and loss analysis, and cost control measures to meet financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized kitchen and service environment.
• Lead staff hiring processes including interviewing candidates and onboarding new team members.
• Oversee shift management, ensuring smooth operations during busy periods while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Foster a positive team environment through ongoing training & development initiatives and effective managerial communication.

Skills

• Experience andbackground in institutional catering, healthcare food service, or high-volume culinary management.
• Extensive experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food handling within casual dining or banquet settings.
• Proficiency with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for efficient transaction processing.
• Strong background in restaurant management, hospitality management, or food service management with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of inventory control practices, food safety standards, and kitchen management procedures.
• Excellent team management skills including staff training, team leadership, interviewing skills, and managing hospitality teams.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations related to budgeting, pricing, and P&L analysis accurately.
• Demonstrated experience in managing catering events or banquet services with attention to detail and customer satisfaction focus.
• Effective communication skills for managing staff shifts, training sessions, and client interactions.
• Proven ability to handle cash transactions responsibly while maintaining high levels of customer service excellence.
• Familiarity with culinary techniques gained through culinary experience or food industry roles; fine dining or casual dining experience preferred.

Join us as a Catering Manager where your leadership fuels memorable events! Bring your passion for food service excellence into a role that challenges you daily while rewarding your dedication with opportunities for growth in a vibrant hospitality environment.

Pay: Php60,000.00 - Php65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flextime
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for promotion

Work Location: In person