Catering Manager jobs in Omaha, NE

Catering Event Manager (Downtown Omaha)

Wanting to be part of a TEAM that puts together fun and exciting Catering Events and be a part of an event that showcases great food and great service?

Catering Creations has an opening for an Entry Level Catering Event Manager for an Award Winning Off-Premise Catering Company. Candidate will set up/work at catering events and assist in planning events in a fun and challenging environment.

Event Duties (approx. 70% of the job) include: Setting up and working on and off premise catering from event start to end. Leading event staff by example and through respectful and efficient task delegation. Working directly with Clients. Lifting, loading, carrying, and bussing.

Office Duties (approx. 30% of the job) include: Logistics planning for events. Assisting with Event Production and utilizing your creative side with equipment and decor for buffet/event setup.

Required: Catering or Restaurant Experience preferred. Experience working with Word, Outlook and Explorer. Organizational Skills/Detail Oriented/ Customer Service Experience/Upbeat and Positive Personality/Ability to Multi-task in an Ever Changing Environment/Efficient Time Management/Ability to handle last minute changes/Valid Driver's License/Ability to lift 30 lbs. Some management experience beneficial, but not required.

Our team leaders know they are only as good as the people they surround themselves with. The most important thing this candidate can do to succeed with our company is to be a team player because WE DO IT ALL...no matter what our job title says. Over the past 21 years, we have found that this teamwork philosophy creates a fun, productive, reduced stress environment for our team. We are trendsetters and we do not do things the same way you did them at your last job.

Willing to work on all types of projects. Understanding that sometimes we get dirty. Character is more important than ability. Self motivated with lots of Initiative because things move fast around here and we are working too hard to have time to micro-manage you. Willing to do whatever it takes to make our events successful. Smiles and Laughter are always required, but are also easy to come by around here.

Weekly schedule is dependent on event bookings. Availability to work Days, Evenings and Weekends is required.

HIRING BONUS!!!

Successful Candidates will receive a $250 Hiring Bonus after 12 weeks of successful full time employment.

Closed most Major holidays and most Sundays. 35-45 hours per week. Growing company with Advancement Opportunities available. Starting Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour. Initial 5 days of paid PTO, 3-5 Paid Holidays annually, Health Insurance available after 90 days-Employer pays a portion of the premium, Employer Paid Life Insurance after 90 days. Shift Meals, aka: FREE FOOD!, Performance Bonuses, Referral Bonuses, Occasional Tips, Employee Discount, Fun/Casual Work Environment, Family Oriented, Uniform included, Industry Affiliation Dues/Seminars paid, Training and Team Building Events.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Restaurant or Catering: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations