Catering Manager

Catering Manager

PeopleReady of Baton Rouge, LA is now hiring Catering Managers!

Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow.

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Next-day pay for many of our open positions
• The choice of long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions for extra cash
• The convenience of applying for and accepting jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Text “READY” to 81555 to download JobStack and get started today

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $20 - $25 / hour*

What you'll be doing as a Catering Manager:

• Oversee daily catering and banquet operations to ensure successful event execution
• Review, interpret, and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), including event timelines, room setups, menus, and service requirements
• Lead, schedule, and supervise banquet servers, bartenders, and event staff
• Coordinate closely with the Chef and culinary team to ensure timely food preparation, presentation, and service
• Oversee event setup, food and beverage service, and breakdown while maintaining quality and service standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during events, addressing requests and resolving concerns professionally
• Conduct pre-event staff briefings, assign responsibilities, and monitor service throughout events
• Coordinate staffing, equipment, supplies, and event logistics with internal departments
• Troubleshoot last-minute changes and operational challenges to keep events running smoothly
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and workplace safety procedures
• Maintain professional communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: All Available

Job requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady
• 3 plus years of previous catering management, banquet management, or hospitality event leadership experience required
• Proven experience reviewing, understanding, and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
• Experience supervising banquet servers, bartenders, and event service teams
• Strong knowledge of catering operations, banquet service standards, and food and beverage service
• Ability to coordinate effectively with Chefs, culinary teams, event planners, and clients
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, handle last-minute changes, and work in a fast-paced event environment
• Strong customer service skills with a professional, client-focused approach
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on event needs, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to step into the position quickly and independently oversee catering and banquet operations
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service practices
• Must have Catering experience and know how to use a computer (Word, Excel, etc....)
• Background check required

Ready to take control of the way you work?

Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today.

*Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short-term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates.

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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