Catering Manager

Catering Manager (Full-Time)

About Us

River Landing at Sandy Ridge is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) committed to excellence and compassion in service. Our mission is simple yet powerful: "To honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of those we serve."

We're seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Catering Manager to lead our event operations. In this role, you will collaborate with clients to tailor menus, manage and work with the culinary and wait staff during events, and ensure every event is executed flawlessly. If you are passionate about the hospitality industry and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Client Consultation: Meet with clients to understand event goals, determine requirements, and propose tailored food and beverage options.
• Menu Planning: Collaborate with the culinary team and Executive Chef to design customized menus that meet both client preferences and budget expectations.
• Staff Leadership: Manage training and supervise catering and wait staff. Create staff schedules for events and assign tasks to ensure optimal event staffing.
• Logistics and Coordination: Responsible for event setups, seating arrangements, and equipment to meet venue standards and BEO (Banquet Event Order) requirements.
• Financial Management: Track catering expenses, cash boxes for dining venues, monitor food and labor costs for events, and maintain accurate administrative records to maximize profitability.
• Quality and Compliance: Enforce all workplace, food safety, and hygiene regulations, including ServSafe and HACCP programs.
• Trend Research: Keep up with catering trends, displays, and menu items to elevate the overall guest experience.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years of hands-on experience in catering, event planning, or food and beverage management.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong aptitude for customer relationship management.
• Organization: Outstanding multitasking ability with a proven track record of handling high-stress environments and deadlines.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Certification: Valid ServSafe Manager certification (or willingness to obtain).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to lift a minimum of 25-30 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of walking or standing on your feet.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on event schedules.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Competitive pay + Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Affordable health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligibility
• Access to Wellness Center & employee wellness programs
• Discounted, delicious meals
• Access to earned wages before payday
• Robust training and growth through PHI University & Leadership Academy
• Scholarship and referral opportunities
• Supportive, faith-based, and team-driven work culture

Apply today to be part of something truly meaningful - where your talents make a difference and your impact is felt every single day.