Catering Manager

Town and Country Resort is a distinguished and iconic destination located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Spread across 23 expansive acres, the resort perfectly combines mid-century architectural charm with the vibrant and dynamic energy of modern Southern California. Renowned for its 671 beautifully renovated guestrooms and suites, Town and Country Resort offers an upscale experience for both leisure and business travelers. The property boasts an impressive variety of dining options, including ARLO, Lapper, Lap It Up, and The MRKT, each delivering unique culinary experiences that cater to diverse tastes. Additionally, the resort features an extensive event space totaling 295,050 square feet, ideal for hosting everything from intimate celebrations to large-scale corporate gatherings. Guests can also enjoy a luxurious pool complex with three pools, a thrilling waterslide, private cabanas, and cozy fire pits, all designed to create memorable moments and a relaxing atmosphere.

The resort is committed to warm, genuine hospitality, cultivating an engaging and guest-focused culture reflective of Southern California's laid-back yet sophisticated lifestyle. Employees of Town and Country Resort benefit from a supportive work environment, comprehensive team perks, and opportunities for career growth within the hospitality industry.

The role of Catering Manager at Town and Country Resort is a key leadership position offering a salary range of $75,000 to $80,000. This role is perfect for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality setting and has a passion for transforming client visions into unforgettable events. As the Catering Manager, you will be the driving force behind planning and executing catering events of all sizes right from the initial inquiry through to the successful completion of each event. Your responsibilities will include building strong client relationships through attentive listening, expert advising, and consistently exceeding expectations. You will collaborate closely with culinary, banquet, and operations teams to ensure seamless delivery and a flawless guest experience at every event.

In this role, you will manage all critical event details like contracts, timelines, room layouts, and service flow, while also acting as the main point of contact during event days to solve issues as they arise. Your ability to remain calm and resourceful under pressure will be crucial to the team's success. Furthermore, you will have opportunities to drive revenue growth by identifying upsell prospects and maximizing the potential of each event. You will maintain diligent accuracy in billing, proposals, and internal event management systems, ensuring organizational excellence throughout.

This position demands a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and strong multitasking abilities to handle multiple events simultaneously without sacrificing quality. Evening, weekend, and holiday flexibility is necessary to align with the rhythm of the hospitality industry, especially on high-demand dates. Working as a Catering Manager at Town and Country Resort is more than managing events – it is about owning them, showcasing creativity, leadership, and a commitment to outstanding guest experiences. Each event represents a blank canvas awaiting your innovative touch to bring it vividly to life, making this an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional seeking to make their mark in the hospitality and events sector.