Catering Manager Position Available In Lee, Florida

Catering Manager Crave Culinaire Catering & Events 9241 Brookwood Court, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 About Us Crave Culinaire is Southwest Florida’s premier full-service, high-end catering and events company. As part of Crave Companies—which includes Crave Event Staffing, Virtual Venue SWFL, and Gather at Valencia Trails—we’re known for delivering unforgettable culinary experiences with impeccable service. Position Summary We’re looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Catering Manager to oversee day-to-day catering operations, client interactions, and team collaboration. This person will be instrumental in shaping client experiences and driving the success of our catering division. Key Responsibilities

• Qualify and respond to inbound inquiries in a timely manner
• Plan and execute catering events of various scales
• Create and present custom menus and proposals
• Manage client relationships and vendor partnerships
• Negotiate contracts and oversee billing/invoicing
• Maintain clear communication across departments
• Assist with on-site event production when necessary
• Provide leadership, coaching, and training to the admin team
• Contribute to branding efforts and act as a company ambassador Leadership & Office Management
• Foster a collaborative and high-morale team environment
• Train staff on menu development, signage, client communication, and BEOs
• Host structured meetings with team leads to align on strategy and updates
• Support hiring, coaching, and performance feedback processes Qualifications
• 1+ years in hotel, restaurant, or catering sales management
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of off-premise catering preferred
• Strong customer service mindset and a great sense of humor

Schedule:

Full-time, 40+ hours/week depending on business demand

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Paid training

Shift:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Bonita Springs, FL 34135 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Bonita Springs, FL 34135: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person