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Nosh Creative Catering
Senior Catering Event Manager
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What they do
A Restaurant or Food Service Manager oversees daily operations at a restaurant or an institution that serves meals such as a college or hospital. Hires, trains and supervises food service workers, manages meal and work schedules, supervises supply orders, food preparation and the quality of food and service, and monitors compliance with health regulations.
$56,351 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Nosh Creative Catering is seeking a Senior Catering Event Manager to lead the planning and execution of premium off-site events throughout Northeast Ohio. This is a senior event leadership role with meaningful ownership of client relationships, event files, contracts, timelines, staffing plans, logistics, compliance and on-site hospitality. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in luxury hospitality, fine dining, banquet leadership or high-volume premium events. They are highly organized, polished with clients, calm under pressure and capable of turning complex event details into a seamless guest experience. Duties Serve as the primary event-management contact from planning through final payment and post-event follow-up. Manage complete, accurate event files in Caterease, including contracts, timelines, menus, staffing plans, rentals, dietary notes and payment status. Lead weddings, corporate events, private gatherings, galas, tastings and specialty hospitality programs. Direct front-of-house execution from setup through breakdown, including pre-shift meetings and service-team leadership. Coordinate venue access, rentals, vendors, transportation, serviceware, bar support and event logistics. Partner with the Executive Chef on approved menu communication, dietary needs and service timing without independently changing culinary standards. Monitor labor, rentals, scope changes and operational costs with appropriate financial awareness. Support compliance related to food safety, allergens, alcohol service, staff certifications and venue requirements. Manage and support approximately $850,000 in annual catered event sales. Experience 3-5+ years of progressive experience in catering, event management, fine dining, banquet leadership or luxury hospitality. Experience managing weddings, corporate events, galas or complex off-site catered events. Confidence reading and managing BEOs, timelines, floor plans, rental orders, staffing sheets, contracts and payment schedules. Strong front-of-house service instincts and a polished, professional client presence. Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines with meticulous accuracy. Working knowledge of food safety, allergen protocols, responsible alcohol service and staff training. Evening, weekend and select holiday availability; reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.