Catering Manager - Hiring Immediately

Guthrie's Chicken is a well-established fast-food restaurant chain known for its commitment to quality Southern-style fried chicken and exceptional customer service. Founded in 1965, Guthrie's has grown steadily across multiple regions, earning a reputation for delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere. As a company rooted in community values and focused on operational excellence, Guthrie's continuously seeks dedicated professionals to help extend its reach and uphold its high standards. The company combines traditional values with modern operational strategies to maintain its position as a beloved regional chain. Guthrie's places a strong emphasis on employee development, community engagement, and customer satisfaction, making it a great place to build a career in the food service industry.

The Catering Manager role at Guthrie's Chicken offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to lead and develop the catering operations within their assigned market. This full-time position comes with an annual salary of $37,000, complemented by incentives of up to 100% in bonuses, rewarding outstanding performance and business growth. Reporting directly to the District Manager, the Catering Manager is pivotal in growing the catering business, ensuring flawless execution of orders, and maintaining excellent relationships with a diverse client base including local businesses, schools, and organizations.

This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage all logistical aspects of catering operations, including staffing, scheduling, equipment, and transportation. The Catering Manager also oversees the territory’s Guthrie's food truck operations when necessary, ensuring that the brand's image and guest experience are consistently maintained. In addition to direct catering responsibilities, the manager collaborates closely with District and General Managers to integrate catering services smoothly within the broader restaurant operations. This position is integral to supporting new restaurant openings through promotional catering events and operational assistance.

The successful Catering Manager must be highly organized with strong time management skills and possess the flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of special events and catering demands. Travel within the assigned market is required, up to 75% of the time, to canvass for new catering opportunities and maintain active customer engagement. This hands-on role combines entrepreneurial business development with detailed operational management, providing an enriching and varied work experience.

In this role, maintaining accurate records of sales, expenses, and customer feedback is essential, as the Catering Manager regularly reports these metrics to Guthrie's leadership. The position demands a proactive and enthusiastic approach, inspiring teamwork and dedication to company objectives. Physical stamina is important, with some duties involving long periods of standing or walking and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The role is exempt from overtime regulations, reflecting its responsibilities level.

Overall, the Catering Manager at Guthrie's Chicken is entrusted with upholding the brand’s standards for quality food and service, fostering community relationships, and driving catering business growth. This role offers a vibrant opportunity within a respected food service establishment, perfect for individuals passionate about hospitality, business development, and operational leadership who seek to advance their careers in the catering and restaurant industry.