Catering Manager

As a Catering Manager at Craft My Plate, your role will involve managing end-to-end catering operations, including event planning, setup execution, vendor coordination, procurement, and on-site supervision. You will be responsible for handling food delivery coordination, live counter setups, material management, and procurement for events ranging from 10 to 500+ guests. Please find below the detailed responsibilities and qualifications required for this position: Key Responsibilities: - Plan and manage catering setups for Value, Signature, and Luxury service categories. - Coordinate and manage catering operations for events ranging from 10 to 500+ guests. - Conduct venue inspections, plan layouts, and prepare pre-event requirements. - Ensure proper coordination between kitchen, logistics, dcor, and service teams for smooth execution. - Supervise live counters, LED counters, and theme-based setups at event venues. - Handle ODC (Outdoor Catering) staff, assign responsibilities, and brief teams before events. - Maintain event timelines, ensure punctual setup, and oversee food flow and service quality. - Monitor hygiene, taste, safety, and presentation standards throughout the event. - Manage on-ground issues with quick and effective problem-solving. - Ensure completion of post-event tasks including clean-up, pack-up, inventory recovery, and reporting. - Maintain positive relations with clients, guests, and venue managers during the event. Procurement & Inventory Management: - Handle sourcing and procurement of materials needed for catering setups such as dcor items, counters, utensils, disposables, equipment, etc. - Manage procurement for both pre-event and on-site requirements. - Coordinate with vendors to ensure quality, pricing, and timely delivery. - Maintain and monitor inventory of non-food items, live counter materials, and setup equipment. - Track usage, damages, and losses; plan replenishment when required. - Ensure cost efficiency while maintaining high material and setup quality. Vendor & Setup Coordination: - Manage vendor relationships for live counters, dcor setups, equipment, and rentals. - Coordinate delivery, material movement, and return of rented or sourced items. - Ensure all vendor commitments match event requirements and quality standards. - Oversee on-ground setup teams and ensure timely, accurate installation of counters, dcor elements, and layouts. Qualifications: - 1+ years of experience in catering operations, event execution, procurement, or hospitality roles. - Strong coordination, time management, and team handling abilities. - Experience in vendor management and material sourcing. - Good understanding of catering equipment, logistics, and event setup processes. - Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously. - Flexibility to work on weekends, late hours, and travel to event sites. - Degree or Diploma in Hospitality, Event Management, Procurement, or a related field preferred. Craft My Plate is a start-up focused on bulk food catering services for events, committed to providing customized food catering services, quality food options, and a seamless experience. The company aims to eliminate the stress of organizing events by offering a dynamic pricing system adjusting to the event size and client needs, using fresh ingredients, and providing impeccable service. Craft My Plate's team ensures that every event is memorable and hassle-free for clients, allowing them to focus on enjoying the event.,