Event Manager

Job Overview

We are a high-end catering company specializing in weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Our team is known for elevated food, thoughtful service, and seamless execution. We're looking for a highly organized, calm-under pressure Catering Event Manager to lead events from setup through breakdown and ensure every detail runs smoothly.

The Catering Event Manager is responsible for executing events on-site, managing staff and vendors, overseeing food service, and serving as the main point of contact during events. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and hands-on experience in catering or hospitality operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site lead for catered events, including weddings, corporate functions and private events
• Execute event timelines and floor plans accurately and efficiently
• Manage catering staff including servers, bartenders, porters, and culinary teams
• Coordinate with vendors such as rental companies, venues, planners, and bar services
• Oversee food service, station setups, buffet service, plated meals, and breakdown
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and service standards are consistently met
• Handle guest and client needs professionally and discreetly
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Troubleshoot issues calmly and efficiently in real time
• Complete post-event wrap-up, inventory checks, and reports as needed

Experience

• Proven experience in event management or hospitality roles such as banquet coordination roles such as banquet coordination, restaurant management, hotel operations, or fundraising events
• Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on guest satisfaction and hospitality excellence
• Ability to work long shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Professional demeanor with clients, guests, and vendors
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person