Catering Food Service Manager - $60000 to $65000 per YEAR
Posted on October 24, 2025
RestaurantZone is one of the fastest-growing national recruiting agencies specializing in the hospitality and restaurant industry. Renowned for its innovative, research-driven approach, RestaurantZone has established itself as a leader in recruitment for hospitality roles by leveraging cutting-edge technology and a highly experienced team boasting over 100 collective years in the field. The agency has earned recognition in top industry publications like National Restaurant News and Total Food Service Magazine. It has partnered with some of the most reputable brands in the restaurant and food service sectors, including Red Lobster, Vapiano's, Chick-fil-a, Sbarro's, McDonald's, Domino's, Cracker Barrel, Google, and Facebook. RestaurantZone's commitment to excellence and its tech-savvy recruitment strategies enable it to fill hundreds of roles across the United States, focusing on major markets such as Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Washington DC, Houston, Las Vegas, Denver, and Hawaii.
The current opportunity is for a Catering Manager position at a large account in River Forest, IL, offering a competitive base salary range between $60,000 and $65,000. This role is perfect for a hospitality professional dedicated to planning, coordination, and providing outstanding guest experiences. As Catering Manager, you will take the lead in overseeing all aspects of catering operations, ensuring every event runs smoothly from concept to execution. Fundamental to success in this role are strong leadership and organizational skills that enable you to effectively manage staff and programs in a fast-paced environment. You will be expected to adopt a hands-on, responsive, and collaborative work style that supports the team and fosters a positive and productive atmosphere.
Key responsibilities include leading and managing catering operations, coordinating event logistics, maintaining high standards of service quality, and driving team performance to meet and exceed client expectations. A background in catering management or event operations is essential, along with a stable career history demonstrating professional growth and reliable performance. Bilingual skills are preferred to enhance communication within a diverse team and client base, and experience working in a union environment is an advantage, albeit not mandatory.
This role provides significant opportunities for professional development within a respected food service management organization. You will benefit from supportive leadership and a collaborative work environment that values creativity, accountability, and innovation. If you are a driven, detail-oriented individual who enjoys delivering memorable experiences and leading teams to success, this Catering Manager position represents a rewarding career move where you can make a tangible impact on the program's quality and growth. Apply today to join RestaurantZone's network and help shape an exceptional catering program in the hospitality industry.
- Proven catering management or event operations experience
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to manage staff and programs effectively
- Hands-on and responsive work style
- Bilingual skills preferred
- Experience in a union environment is advantageous
- Stable career transition history