Catering Event Manager
- Compensation
- $40–$48 / hr
- Location
- SF, CA, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Part time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Marketing
- Posted
Must have
- Minimum 2 years of Event Management experience
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent customer service and client-facing communication abilities
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced environments
- Knowledge of catering, banquet, hospitality, or event operations
- Reliable transportation to various event locations
- High School Diploma or GED
Nice to have
- Experience in catering, hospitality management, banquet operations, or event coordination
- Food Handler Certification
- Experience managing large-scale corporate or social events
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
- Familiarity with catering and restaurant equipment
Full description
On-Call Event Manager Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Pay: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time, On-Call, Seasonal
Join One of the Bay Area's Premier Catering & Events Teams
Are you an experienced CateringEvent Manager with a background in catering, hospitality, or event operations? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, lead teams with confidence, and enjoy creating exceptional guest experiences?
Global Gourmet Catering is seeking an On-Call Event Manager to oversee and execute high-profile corporate, social, and cultural events throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing event staff, coordinating event logistics, ensuring exceptional client service, and delivering seamless event execution from setup through breakdown.
For more than 20 years, Global Gourmet Catering has been recognized for innovative cuisine, outstanding service, and unforgettable events. We are looking for motivated event professionals who share our commitment to excellence.
Compensation & Benefits
- $40.00 - $48.00 per hour
- Flexible scheduling
- Seasonal and on-call opportunities
- Opportunity to work high-profile corporate and social events
- Professional and collaborative team environment
- Career growth opportunities within a leading catering company
Position Overview
The Event Manager is responsible for overseeing all front-of-house event operations before, during, and after catered events. This includes directing event staff, coordinating service execution, managing client interactions, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining Global Gourmet Catering's high standards of service.
This role serves as a key point of leadership on-site and requires strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and team management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Event & Client Management
- Oversee events from setup through final breakdown
- Ensure event execution aligns with client expectations and event specifications
- Maintain a professional, polished presence in a highly visible client-facing role
- Communicate effectively with executives, VIP guests, venue representatives, and clients
- Respond quickly and professionally to client requests and event changes
- Partner with Event Producers and Sales Managers to ensure successful event outcomes