Catering Manager

Harvest Table Culinary Group is a premier catering and culinary services company renowned for its dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences tailored to a diverse range of events. Rooted in a mission that emphasizes service excellence and a united purpose, Harvest Table Culinary Group champions the values of community support, environmental stewardship, and fostering strong partnerships with clients and colleagues. The company prides itself on creating memorable culinary events that reflect creativity, quality, and professionalism, serving a wide spectrum of clientele from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate and social occasions. As an inclusive employer, HTCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, embracing diversity, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.

The role of Catering Manager at Harvest Table Culinary Group is a dynamic management position that focuses on the strategic development and seamless execution of catering solutions designed to meet the unique requirements of each event. This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage all facets of catering operations, from planning through to the final delivery and presentation of food. The Catering Manager is responsible for upholding and enforcing Harvest Table's Executional Framework, ensuring that every event reflects the company’s commitment to consistent quality and excellence.

In this pivotal role, the Catering Manager will oversee a specialized catering team, ensuring that each member delivers top-tier service and food presentation that aligns with client expectations and company standards. Building and maintaining robust client relationships is central to this role, as is implementing effective communication strategies to drive catering revenue growth. The manager will also be accountable for achieving food and labor cost targets, fostering productivity by managing events of varied sizes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Compliance with all safety, health, and wage regulations is a priority, requiring the manager to monitor operations closely and enforce comprehensive safety policies within culinary and kitchen environments.

This position is ideal for a professional with a blend of financial acuity, creative problem-solving skills, and a customer-savvy approach, combined with proven leadership capabilities. The role demands strong communication abilities, integrity, and attentive listening skills to effectively support and guide the team, while sustaining excellent client satisfaction. With at least two years of experience including management tenure, and preferably a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, the Catering Manager will play an integral role in shaping the success and reputation of Harvest Table Culinary Group’s catering services. This career opportunity stands out for those passionate about culinary excellence and motivated to contribute in a supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven environment.