End-to-End Catering Event Manager
Gecko Hospitality
Job Description
Job Description
End-to-End Catering Event Manager – Corporate Catering
About the Opportunity
A well-established, off-premise catering company based in Connecticut is seeking an experienced End-to-End Event Manager to lead its strategic expansion into corporate catering. For over a decade, this business has built a strong reputation for handcrafted, eclectic cuisine, serving weddings, corporate functions, festivals, and private events throughout Middlesex County and beyond. Known for signature dishes like gourmet mac-and-cheese, five-cheese grilled sandwiches, and creative themed menus, the company is now pivoting toward stable, year-round corporate contracts, including drop-off service and larger staffed events for 100 to 150+ employees.
This is a unique opportunity for a hospitality professional ready to take true ownership of event execution and help shape the next chapter of a growing, respected catering brand.
The Role
The ideal candidate will operate as a true partner in the business, capable of leading events from concept to completion without requiring constant oversight. Core responsibilities include:
- Planning and coordinating catering events from initial booking through execution
- Managing on-site logistics, staffing, and setup for both drop-off and full-service events
- Overseeing day-of execution to ensure a seamless guest and client experience
- Bringing strong organizational and leadership skills to every stage of the process
- Partnering with ownership to support the company's transition into consistent, high-margin corporate catering
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in event management, catering operations, or as an event/catering chef
- Demonstrated ability to lead independently, from planning through on-site execution
- Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and client satisfaction
- Comfort operating at a senior or partner-level capacity within a growing business
- Alignment with the company's culture, values, and commitment to quality, fresh, all-natural ingredients
Compensation
Compensation is flexible and will be structured around base salary plus event-based incentives tied to revenue performance. Ownership is prepared to offer a competitive salary or hourly rate to secure a capable, dependable leader for this role.
Our Process
At Gecko Hospitality, we understand that success in hospitality goes beyond matching a resume to a job description. It requires the right blend of skill, personality, and cultural fit. Our placements reflect this approach, with a track record of matching candidates to roles where they can truly thrive.
Qualified candidates will be pre-screened and introduced to ownership for interviews, followed by a working interview to confirm operational fit before final placement.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are an experienced hospitality leader looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact and grow alongside a respected, expanding catering business, we would love to hear from you.
Contact Gecko Hospitality today to learn more about this confidential opportunity.
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