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LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!
THE ROLE
This position is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary teams.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This role supports efficient office operations, maintains accurate event documentation, and facilitates communication between departments to help ensure successful event preparation and execution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily administrative support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary departments.
- Organize, maintain, and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and related event documentation to appropriate operational leaders.
- Prepare, update, and maintain BEO binders and event reference materials for Culinary and Banquet leadership.
- Review event documentation for completeness and communicate missing information or discrepancies to the appropriate department.
- Update digital menu boards, event signage, and related operational materials as directed.
- Make approved updates in the point-of-sale (POS) system for The Commons and on handheld POS devices for Banquets.
- Perform data entry, document preparation, filing, and general administrative tasks.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical records to support departmental operations.
- Access designated event management systems to review and reference event details within assigned permissions.
- Enter and update event consumption items in the designated event management system within assigned permissions.
- Assist with the preparation and distribution of menus, event materials, and internal communications.
- Coordinate with Catering, Banquets, and Culinary leadership to ensure administrative requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain open communication with internal departments regarding event documentation, administrative needs, and operational updates.
- Handle confidential business and operational information professionally.
- Adhere to all Legends Global policies, procedures, and applicable workplace standards.
- Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Minimum one (1) year of administrative, clerical, or office support experience, preferably in a hospitality, catering, food and beverage, or event operations environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education or certification in business administration, hospitality management, or a related field preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to customer service.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to learn new programs, event management systems, and administrative procedures quickly.
- Experience reviewing, organizing, and maintaining Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), menus, and event documentation preferred.
- Ability to accurately perform data entry, maintain records, and prepare administrative materials.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate professionally with Catering, Banquets, Culinary, and other operational departments.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
- Must be flexible to accommodate occasional schedule adjustments based on business requirements.
- Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned administrative tasks, including walking throughout the facility, sitting, standing, and using standard office equipment.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds as necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, and complete company-wide and job-specific safety training as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On-Site
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!
THE ROLE
This position is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary teams.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This role supports efficient office operations, maintains accurate event documentation, and facilitates communication between departments to help ensure successful event preparation and execution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily administrative support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary departments.
- Organize, maintain, and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and related event documentation to appropriate operational leaders.
- Prepare, update, and maintain BEO binders and event reference materials for Culinary and Banquet leadership.
- Review event documentation for completeness and communicate missing information or discrepancies to the appropriate department.
- Update digital menu boards, event signage, and related operational materials as directed.
- Make approved updates in the point-of-sale (POS) system for The Commons and on handheld POS devices for Banquets.
- Perform data entry, document preparation, filing, and general administrative tasks.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical records to support departmental operations.
- Access designated event management systems to review and reference event details within assigned permissions.
- Enter and update event consumption items in the designated event management system within assigned permissions.
- Assist with the preparation and distribution of menus, event materials, and internal communications.
- Coordinate with Catering, Banquets, and Culinary leadership to ensure administrative requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain open communication with internal departments regarding event documentation, administrative needs, and operational updates.
- Handle confidential business and operational information professionally.
- Adhere to all Legends Global policies, procedures, and applicable workplace standards.
- Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Minimum one (1) year of administrative, clerical, or office support experience, preferably in a hospitality, catering, food and beverage, or event operations environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education or certification in business administration, hospitality management, or a related field preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to customer service.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to learn new programs, event management systems, and administrative procedures quickly.
- Experience reviewing, organizing, and maintaining Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), menus, and event documentation preferred.
- Ability to accurately perform data entry, maintain records, and prepare administrative materials.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate professionally with Catering, Banquets, Culinary, and other operational departments.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
- Must be flexible to accommodate occasional schedule adjustments based on business requirements.
- Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned administrative tasks, including walking throughout the facility, sitting, standing, and using standard office equipment.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds as necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, and complete company-wide and job-specific safety training as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On-Site
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant catering manager jobs.
- Two or more years of catering, banquet, or food service supervisory experience
- Current ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Demonstrated ability to manage and schedule front-of-house and kitchen staff
- Experience with catering management or event coordination software
- Strong knowledge of food cost controls, inventory management, and budgeting
- Ability to lift and move equipment and work flexible hours including weekends
Tips for Your Assistant Catering Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to catering operations
Highlight measurable outcomes like events coordinated, team size managed, and food cost percentages you controlled. Generic hospitality resumes get screened out fast. Reviewers want to see that you've run service from setup to breakdown, not just assisted.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant catering manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your food safety certifications current
Many postings require a current ServSafe Manager certification before an interview is offered. If yours has lapsed or you don't have one yet, complete it before applying so your application clears the first screening round.
Target postings by venue type strategically
Corporate dining, hotel banquets, and university food service each have different peak seasons and budgets. If you have a strong background in one, filter for that venue type first so your experience reads as directly relevant, not transferable.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for catering roles frequently ask how you've handled last-minute menu changes, short-staffed events, or client complaints mid-service. Write out two or three real examples with outcomes before your first interview so your answers are specific and credible.
Negotiate scheduling terms alongside compensation
Catering roles often carry irregular hours, weekend shifts, and holiday work requirements. During the offer stage, clarify overtime policies, shift differentials, and any flexibility for peak-season schedules before you accept, not after your first event weekend.
Assistant Catering Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant catering managers?
The SSA, Aramark, and Legends Global are hiring the most assistant catering managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract food service companies and hotel groups typically post the highest volume of roles throughout the year.
How many assistant catering manager jobs are remote?
About 13% of assistant catering manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of food service and event execution. Administrative functions like menu planning, vendor coordination, and client communication are most likely to allow partial remote flexibility within otherwise on-site roles.
How do you become an assistant catering manager?
Start by building hands-on experience in food service, banquets, or event coordination, then move into a supervisory role overseeing staff or a service area. Earn a food safety certification like ServSafe Manager. Demonstrating that you can manage a full event from setup to breakdown, control costs, and lead a team under pressure is what moves candidates into assistant manager consideration.
Can you get hired as an assistant catering manager with little experience?
Yes, some employers will hire candidates with limited formal catering management experience if you've worked as a banquet server, food service lead, or event coordinator and can show you've taken on supervisory responsibilities. Emphasizing food safety certification, specific events you've run, and any scheduling or inventory work you've handled strengthens an entry-level application considerably.
What does the assistant catering manager interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your operations background, followed by an in-person interview with the catering director or general manager. You'll typically face scenario questions about managing staff conflicts, handling event-day problems, and controlling food costs. Some employers include a brief walk-through of their venue or a practical exercise around menu planning or staffing a hypothetical event.
Where can I find and apply to assistant catering manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant catering manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience, venue preference, or location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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