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Catering Manager in the US

Average Base Salary Compensation
$73,226
6% of roles are tipped, 88% of roles are paid salary
Median $75K
Min: $34.4K
Max: $125K
Catering Manager Compensation Ranges
Based on
335
Catering Manager Jobs in the US
Across
12,137
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Catering Manager Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 94%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $80K
Low: $50K
High: $110K
Casual $79K
Low: $40K
High: $110K
Fast Food $80K
Low: $48.9K
High: $95K
Other $72.5K
Low: $34.4K
High: $120K
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $63.6K
Low: $37.4K
High: $95K
2-4 years $75K
Low: $34.4K
High: $120K
4+ years $85K
Low: $50K
High: $115K
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Catering Manager Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Events Manager
$77,414
Median $75K
Low: $45K
High: $130K
Catering Chef
$26.23
Median $24.00
Low: $12.00
High: $50.48
Sales Manager
$80,628
Median $78K
Low: $41.6K
High: $146K
Sales Representative
$64,345
Median $65K
Low: $25K
High: $130K
Events Staff
$26.60
Median $25.00
Low: $11.00
High: $50.00
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
87%
Dental Insurance
60%
Vision Insurance
59%
Paid Time Off
90%
401(k)
70%
Commuter Benefits
52%
Potential Bonuses
42%
Dining Discounts
59%
Wellness Program
35%
Life Insurance
1%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Catering Manager

Top Required Skills for a Catering Manager
Events Management
65.07% have this skill
Attention to Detail
61.79% have this skill
Time Management
58.21% have this skill
Communication
57.61% have this skill
Adaptability
53.43% have this skill
Customer Service
50.75% have this skill
Catering Manager Jobs in the US

Catering Supervisor - CHS Field

Levy Sector - Saint Paul
Saint Paul, MN
Seasonal
 Position Title: Catering Supervisor (Part-Time Seasonal) at CHS FieldPay Range: $20.00 to $22.00 We Make Applying Easy!  Want to apply to this job via text messaging?  Text JOB to...
View Job$20 - $22

Catering Supervisor

Brock & Company Inc. - Rockville
Rockville, VA
Full/Part Time
Description: Catering Supervisor  -  Full-Time  -  Benefits  Wage: $24.00 - $27.00 per hourAre you someone who loves great food, enjoys leading a team, and...
View Job$24-$27/hr

Catering Sales Manager

The Langham Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full Time
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Primary responsibility is to generate banquet revenue for the hotel within the designated market(s) through goals set by the Director...
View Job$54,096 - $67,620

Catering Supervisor- Chicago Botanic Garden

Levy Sector - GLENCOE
Glencoe, IL
Part Time
 Position Title: Catering SupervisorPay Range: $20.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy!  Want to apply to this job via text messaging?  Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1531215.The...
View Job$20-$23/hr

Catering / Event Manager

Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
Buchanan, MI
Full Time
Event Sales Specialist - Tabor Hill Winery Location: Hybrid (70% Remote, 30% On-site)Employment Type: Full-TimeExperience Level: Mid-Level (3-5 years preferred) About Tabor Hill Winery...
View Job$50,000

Catering / Event Manager

Private Listing
Houston, TX
Full Time
Director of Catering & Event Sales We are seeking an accomplished, dynamic, and results-driven Director of Catering & Event Sales to lead and inspire...
View Job$125,000 - $160,000

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