Catering Manager jobs in Milwaukee, WI
Catering Manager plans, directs, and coordinates catered events for an establishment. Negotiates contracts, assists in the selection of menu items, schedules catering staff, arranges for facilities or equipment, and communicates customer needs to the appropriate personnel. Being a Catering Manager develops and maintains catering accounts by ensuring customer satisfaction before, during, and after the event. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Catering Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Catering Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Catering Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Potawatomi Bingo Casino
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME
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UP TO $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
In this fast-paced, high energy environment where great guest service and attention to detail is essential, how do we ensure all of our catering and convention guests are happy with our service? As a Catering Manager, you will have a genuine passion for guest service, top notch organizational skills, strong relationship building skills, and the ability to work well in a team. While carrying out the job duties listed below, you will contribute to our continued success by demonstrating unsurpassed guest service, a high level of integrity and ethical standards, and personal and professional dedication to our mission, vision, and values.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Detail social catering events including but not limited to weddings, meetings, galas, fund raising events, conventions, corporate events, trade shows, holiday parties, exhibits, and other special events.
- Manage and finalize all assigned bookings turned over from Sales.
- Obtain, confirm, and manage all event-related details and information to include, but not limited to, meeting specifications, audio visual needs, technical needs, exhibit needs, load in/load out, pre-cons/post-cons, and food and beverage requirements with client.
- Ensure successful execution of each event by acting as the information liaison to communicate client desires and needs to applicable departments.
- Organize and distribute group resumes, conference agendas, banquet event orders, floorplans, etc. to all operating partners accurately and on time.
- Initiate and follow up on billing procedures to ensure deposits, payments, and/or credit applications are received within acceptable timeframes.
- Work closely with the Banquet team to ensure accurate and timely communication between the customer and Banquets.
- Ensure guest experience satisfaction by personally interacting with guests, by introducing guests to the Banquet team, and by consistently offering professional, friendly, and engaging service.
- Partner with assigned Sales Manager for site tours.
- Ensure the event space meets expected standards for cleanliness and BEO/diagram specs.
- Perform job duties in full compliance with departmental internal controls, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- A high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience are required. An Associate's degree can take the place of 1 year of experience.
- Office skills must include the ability to use standard office equipment and general knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- The ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information.
- The ability to use strong organization skills and attention to detail to accurately handle multiple job duties and projects in a fast-paced environment.
- The ability to successfully manage conflict and diffuse situations.
- The ability to interact with guests and team members at all levels of the organization professionally, including the ability to speak in front of small groups.
- The ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to talk, hear, stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and move freely throughout the office and property for duration of scheduled shift. The team member is frequently required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The team member must be able to operate a personal computer. The team member is required to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Team member must wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing job duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions
The noise level is usually moderate to loud. When on the casino floor, the noise level increases. The facility is not smoke free.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
- 15 Days Ago
- Deco Catering Co.
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Milwaukee, WI
TEMPORARY,OTHER,PART_TIME
- DECO CATERING CO. Deco Catering Co. is located in the historic Ambassador Hotel. We are in need of a part time person immediately. We are also preparing for the summer season (this means company picni...
- 30 Days Ago
- The Bartolotta Restaurants
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionJOB PURPOSE: This position is responsible for managing catering events with the overall execution of day of service for our guests during their events. Uses leadership skills to ensure qual...
- 19 Days Ago
- Saz's Hospitality Group
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionIf you are passionate about providing exceptional hospitality and creating memorable experiences for our guests, we invite you to join our team.Saz’s Catering is seeking an Event Manager to...
- 8 Days Ago
- The Bartolotta Restaurants
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionThe Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef...
- 22 Days Ago
- Tuscan Hall Venue and Catering
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Waukesha, WI
PART_TIME,TEMPORARY,FULL_TIME
- We have opportunities for a friendly and detail orientated individual to join our Banquet/Events team at Tuscan Hall Venue and Catering! This is a great position for extra money or to get an introduct...
- 8 Days Ago
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- Hotel Resource
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Milwaukee, WI
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- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Pizza Hut Shop
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Milwaukee, WI
- 124 N Chicago Ave **South Milwaukee, WI 53172** **Restaurant General Manager** **Description:** To eat. To laugh. To sha...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Parking Management Company
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Milwaukee, WI
- Job Details Job Location Milwaukee WI - Milwaukee, WI Position Type Full Time / Part Time Education Level None Travel Pe...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- ESA Management, LLC
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Milwaukee, WI
- Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES COMPETENCIES Ability to communicate effectively with management and staff and ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- White Lodging Services Corp.
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Milwaukee, WI
- **Catering Sales Manager** **Job Description** Summary: The Catering Sales Manager will build rapport with clients, qual...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Marcus Corporation
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Milwaukee, WI
- Job Description - Banquet Manager - Hilton Milwaukee City Center (2200005I) **Job Description** Banquet Manager - Hilton...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Pizza Hut Shop
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Milwaukee, WI
- 7604 W Burleigh St **Milwaukee, WI 53222** **Restaurant General Manager** **Description:** To eat. To laugh. To share. T...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Tallguyandagrill
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Milwaukee, WI
- * West Allis, WI, USA * Hourly * Full Time *Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability in...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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