Occupation
Catering manager
Catering managers plan and deliver food and drink for functions, conferences, and contract sites. They quote and cost menus, order stock, and roster the kitchen and service teams for each event. The job runs on logistics: getting the right food, equipment, and people to the right place at the right time.
Also known as: Banquet manager · Catering operations manager · Functions manager
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Part of Hospitality, travel and tourism
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What the work involves
Quote and cost menus and function packages against client briefs.
Plan production schedules, transport, and equipment lists for each event.
Roster kitchen, service, and casual staff across overlapping functions.
Order ingredients and disposables and manage stock, waste, and returns.
Supervise set-up and service on site and handle client changes on the day.
Maintain food safety, allergen, and temperature records for off-site catering.
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How people commonly enter
Promotion from banquet supervisor, chef, or food service supervisor roles.
A college diploma in hospitality, culinary, or food service management.
A bachelor's degree in hospitality or business administration.
A food safety or person-in-charge certification required by the operation's regulator.
Typical training: Certificate or college diploma
Licensing: Regulated in some jurisdictions. Confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
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Typical work context
- Team based
- High responsibility
- Client sites
- Fast paced
- Varied work
Team based · High responsibility · Client sites · Fast paced · Varied work
Related interests
- Enterprising (leading)
- Conventional (organizing)
- Social (helping)
Enterprising (leading) · Conventional (organizing) · Social (helping)
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