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Event Operations Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $75,000.00 - $80,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Commuter Benefits
flexible spending accounts
Free Meals
Pet insurance
Wellness rewards
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Blue Plate Catering is a well-established catering company dedicated to delivering exceptional food and service experiences. Known for its commitment to quality and client satisfaction, Blue Plate Catering operates as a leader in the hospitality industry, specializing in large-scale event catering with a focus on excellence in both culinary artistry and event execution. The company fosters a work environment centered around core values such as happiness, joy, fun, humility, authenticity, and a strong commitment to care for their customers and team members alike. Blue Plate Catering’s mission is to "care more" by turning their clients' visions into reality through dedicated... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years’ event service management experience required
  • Prior leadership experience in recruitment, training, and event operations preferred
  • Ability to demonstrate strong affinity for Blue Plate’s mission
  • Proven leadership and team building skills
  • Strong understanding of culinary and service integration in event operations
  • Ability to function independently and intuitively in a fast-paced environment
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Professional, composed, and effective under pressure
  • Experience managing large pools of event staff and vendor partnerships
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required
  • Bilingual skills preferred
  • Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch
  • Able to lift and/or move up to 60 lbs
  • Capable of working in noisy, hot, cold, wet, and potentially hazardous environments

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years’ event service management experience required
  • Prior leadership experience in recruitment, training, and event operations preferred
  • Proven leadership and team building skills
  • Strong understanding of culinary and service integration in event operations
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to function independently and intuitively in a fast-paced environment
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Job Duties

  • Review and approve event staffing requests submitted through CaterXpert to align with operational needs and service standards
  • Attend bi-weekly production meetings to discuss staffing requirements, event logistics, and operational considerations
  • Lead FOH event execution ensuring high-quality service delivery and consistent guest experience
  • Oversee FOH production logistics including event setup readiness, service flow, and staging for operational efficiency
  • Conduct event walk-throughs to assess FOH readiness, staffing alignment, and service flow
  • Provide real-time FOH leadership during high-profile and large-scale events
  • Develop and execute FOH training programs including onboarding and ongoing service education

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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