How much does a Catering make in the United States?
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The average Catering salary in the United States is $96,892 as of March 26, 2024. The range for our most popular Catering positions (listed below) typically falls between $30,416 and $163,368. Keep in mind that salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including position, education, certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Catering's Annual Base Salary
Job Title | Salary | Hourly Rate | Location | Date Updated |
Catering Manager | $53,566 | $25.75 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Catering Director - Casino | $76,641 | $36.85 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Catering Coordinator - Casino | $45,331 | $21.79 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Catering Sales Manager - Casino | $49,884 | $23.98 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Catering Manager - Casino | $52,737 | $25.35 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Banquet Bartender - Casino | $40,687 | $19.56 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Meeting/Event Manager | $112,654 | $54.16 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Wedding Coordinator - Casino | $39,783 | $19.13 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Meeting/Event Director | $144,309 | $69.38 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
Wedding Manager - Casino | $68,246 | $32.81 | United States | March 26, 2024 |
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Plans, directs, and coordinates catered events for an establishment. Negotiates contracts, assists in the selection of menu items, schedules catering staff, arranges for facilities or equipment, and communicates customer needs to the appropriate personnel. Develops and maintains catering accounts by ensuring customer satisfaction before, during, and after the event. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. View Catering Manager SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Event Catering Manager, Catering Manager
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Directs the total catering operation including booking, selecting and pricing menu items, hiring permanent and temporary employees, acquiring and renting equipment, and supervising staff. Oversees the preparation and service of food and refreshments. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to top management. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. View Catering Director - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Director of Casino Catering Operations, Catering Director - Casino
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Coordinates, plans and executes events. Duties include managing clients, new business development, and supervising personnel in the catering department. May require an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Catering Coordinator - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Casino Catering/Event Planning Associate, Catering Coordinator - Casino
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Solicits, promotes, and facilitates new and repeat contracts of meetings, banquets, and catering events. Conducts marketing programs to achieve revenue and booking goals and to develop new markets. Negotiates contracts. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. View Catering Sales Manager - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Manager of Casino Catering Business Development, Catering Sales Manager - Casino
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Responsible for operation and execution of the culinary aspects of events at the casino. Coordinates menus, supervises wait staff, and assists in staff training and approving payroll records. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. View Catering Manager - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Manager of Casino Catering Operations, Catering Manager - Casino
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Prepares beverages for guests at banquets. Must be knowledgeable about common mixed drinks and be able to make suggestions to guests. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. View Banquet Bartender - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Catering Bartender, Banquet Bartender - Casino
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Manages and oversees the planning of live or virtual meetings and events for an organization. Defines the strategy and tactics to achieve the event objectives. Directs research of event venues. Develops a vendor network and negotiates contracts for catering and other event support services. Manages pre-event activities and post-event evaluations. Monitors and controls event budgets and prepares periodic management reports. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. View Meeting/Event Manager SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Manager Event Logistics, Manager Event Planning and Production, Meeting/Event Manager
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Coordinates all aspects of a wedding on casino property. Books ceremonies for the wedding chapel. Arranges facilities, catering, and other vendors as necessary. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Wedding Coordinator - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Wedding and Events Coordinator, Wedding Planner, Wedding Coordinator - CasinoCategory : Hotel, Gaming, Leisure, and Travel
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Directs the overall planning and strategy for live or virtual meetings and events for an organization. Defines the goals, success metrics, and messaging for events. Implements best practices and develops planning standards, policies. and procedures. Develops a network of vendors. Approves the final selection of venues, catering, technology, and other event support services. Reviews and approves contracts and has overall responsibility for ensuring events stay within budget. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. View Meeting/Event Director SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Director Event Planning and Production, Meeting/Event Director
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Manages all aspects of wedding events and oversees the operations of wedding venues, such as the wedding chapel, picture room, etc. Supervises the coordination and planning for catering and events. Provides high-level service throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases of weddings. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Thorough knowledge of department processes. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. View Wedding Manager - Casino SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Wedding and Events Manager, Wedding Manager - CasinoCategory : Hotel, Gaming, Leisure, and Travel