Catering and Events Manager Jobs
Catering and Events Manager jobs are open across hotels, universities, corporate venues, catering companies, and healthcare facilities, from coordinator-level to senior manager and director, with specializations in event production, food and beverage operations, and venue sales. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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 catering and events manager jobs.
- Three to five years of catering or event coordination and management experience
- Proven ability to manage budgets, vendor contracts, and event logistics end to end
- Proficiency with event management or catering software and point-of-sale systems
- ServSafe Food Manager certification or equivalent state food safety credential
- Strong skills in client communication, upselling, and account management
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event management, or a related field
Tips for Your Catering and Events Manager Job Search
Quantify your event portfolio on paper
List guest counts, budget figures, and revenue generated for key events on your resume. Hiring managers for catering and events roles want to see the scale you've managed, not just the types of events you've run.
Tailor your resume to venue type
A hotel catering resume reads differently from a corporate events or university dining one. Align your language and examples to the specific sector in each listing you apply to, because a generic resume rarely clears the first round.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists catering and events manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your certifications
Openings that mention Certified Meeting Professional or ServSafe are signaling a screening preference. If you hold either certification, search for those terms specifically to surface roles where your credentials give you a clear advantage.
Prepare a scenario answer for crisis management
Interviewers for catering and events roles almost always ask how you've handled a last-minute vendor cancellation, a head-count change, or a weather emergency. Walk through a specific event, what went wrong, and exactly how you resolved it.
Negotiate start date around your event calendar
If you're mid-contract on a large event, name that in your offer conversation. Employers in this field understand production commitments, and asking for a two-to-four-week buffer tied to a real event shows professionalism, not reluctance.
Catering and Events Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most catering and events managers?
Bon Appétit, Troon, and Hilton are hiring the most catering and events managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Florida, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase ahead of peak conference and wedding seasons, so checking listings frequently gives you the best shot at new postings.
How many catering and events manager jobs are remote?
About 38% of catering and events manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are event sales, account management, and event planning coordination roles that do not require on-site food service oversight.
How do you become a catering and events manager?
Start by building hands-on experience in food service, banquet operations, or event coordination, ideally in a hotel, catering company, or university dining setting. Earn a ServSafe Food Manager certification early, then pursue a credential like the Certified Meeting Professional as you advance. Move into a supervisor or coordinator role before applying to manager positions, and document your event scale and budget ownership at each step.
Can you get a catering and events manager job with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to frame adjacent experience carefully. Roles in banquet serving, food and beverage coordination, or volunteer event planning all translate if you can speak to logistics, vendor communication, and client-facing work. Target smaller venues, campus dining operations, or catering companies that promote from within, since those employers are more likely to hire candidates who show strong organizational instincts over a long resume.
What does the catering and events manager interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with HR covering your background and availability. The second is an in-person interview with the food and beverage director or general manager, often including a walkthrough of a real event scenario. Final rounds at larger properties may include a panel interview or a brief presentation of a sample event proposal.
Where can I find and apply to catering and events manager jobs?
You can find and apply to catering and events manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and venue type, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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