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Catering Manager in the US

Average Base Salary Compensation
$72,268
5% of roles are tipped, 86% of roles are paid salary
Median $72.5K
Min: $34.4K
Max: $125K
Catering Manager Compensation Ranges
Based on
351
Catering Manager Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
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 92%
Full/Part Time 3%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $80K
Low: $45K
High: $110K
Casual $77.5K
Low: $40K
High: $110K
Fast Food $79K
Low: $48.9K
High: $95K
Other $70K
Low: $34.4K
High: $120K
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $61.5K
Low: $37.4K
High: $95K
2-4 years $72.5K
Low: $34.4K
High: $120K
4+ years $82.5K
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
$75,139
Median $72.8K
Low: $45K
High: $115K
Catering Chef
$26.58
Median $24.00
Low: $15.00
High: $52.88
Sales Manager
$80,336
Median $77.5K
Low: $41.6K
High: $146K
Sales Representative
$65,099
Median $65K
Low: $25K
High: $130K
Events Staff
$26.64
Median $25.00
Low: $11.00
High: $50.00
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
85%
Dental Insurance
58%
Vision Insurance
57%
Paid Time Off
90%
401(k)
68%
Commuter Benefits
50%
Potential Bonuses
40%
Dining Discounts
56%
Wellness Program
36%
Life Insurance
4%
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
64.67% have this skill
Attention to Detail
62.39% have this skill
Time Management
62.11% have this skill
Adaptability
57.55% have this skill
Communication
56.41% have this skill
Customer Service
51.0% have this skill
Catering Manager Jobs in the US

Private Club Events Manager

Kings Athletic Club
Brooklyn, NY
Full Time
About Kings Athletic Club Kings Athletic Club (KAC) is a private athletic and social club designed around elevated hospitality, community, and exceptional member experiences....
View Job$90,000 - $95,000

Captain, Catering Server

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Full Time
*Sign On Bonus*Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world-renowned scientific research organization located on the North Shore of Long Island is hiring a Catering Server Captain...
View Job$21-$24/hr

CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Chartwells HE - Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX
Full Time
 Location: Texas Woman's UniversityWe are hiring immediately for full time CATERING CAPTAIN positions.Address: 303 Administration Drive, Denton, TX 76204. Note: online applications accepted only.Schedule: Full time...
View Job$19-$23/hr

Catering Sales Manager

The City Club of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Events & Catering Sales ManagerCorporate & Social Events, Weddings & Banquet SalesWe are seeking a high-performing Events & Catering Sales Manager to drive revenue...
View Job$65,000 - $100,000

Catering Manager

Goodwin Recruiting - New York
New York, NY
Full Time
Are you a relationship builder with a passion for hospitality and sales? We're looking for a Catering Manager to drive catering revenue while delivering exceptional service...
View Job$75,000 - $80,000

Private Events Manager

HUMM
New York, NY
Full Time
Position Summary    The Private Events Manager oversees all private dining operations while also serving as a leader within the main restaurant dining room....
View Job$65,000 - $75,000

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