Professional Resume Template for
Catering Manager
Clarissa R. Sterling
Houston, TX
(713) 555-0142
clarissa.sterling@email.com
linkedin.com/in/clarissa-sterling-hospitality | clarissasterling.com
Professional Summary
Systems-oriented Catering Manager with 6 years of experience directing high-volume food service, corporate banquets, and private events. Proven record of managing annual catering budgets up to $850,000, optimizing vendor contracts to reduce food costs by 14%, and leading service teams of 25+ staff. Expert in coordinating event logistics, food safety compliance, and client relations to achieve a 96% customer satisfaction rate. Certified in ServSafe Manager and CPCE.
Work Experience
Catering Manager — Epicurean Dining Solutions
Houston, TX | June 2022 – Present
- Directed over 140 off-site and on-site catering events annually, generating $1.2M in hospitality revenue while maintaining a 96% positive feedback rating.
- Managed food and labor costs, reducing overall kitchen wastage by 16% through the implementation of digital inventory tracking and portion-control protocols.
- Supervised, trained, and scheduled a team of 30+ service staff, reducing employee turnover by 22% over a 12-month period via a peer-recognition program.
- Negotiated SOW contracts with 15 key local food and beverage vendors, saving $45,000 in annual procurement costs while maintaining premium ingredient quality.
Assistant Catering Manager — Savory Culinary Group
Austin, TX | July 2020 – May 2022
- Coordinated logistics, staffing, and menu design for 80+ large-scale corporate banquets with attendances ranging from 50 to 500 guests.
- Monitored compliance with ServSafe and local health department regulations, scoring a perfect 100% on 4 consecutive safety inspections.
- Upsold premium menu options and beverage packages to corporate clients, boosting average event invoice values by 18%.
- Streamlined banquet setup and breakdown procedures, reducing post-event labor hours by 15% without sacrificing service quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management
University of Houston · Houston, TX · 2020
Skills
Banquet logistics, Budget forecasting, Menu engineering, Vendor contract negotiation, ServSafe compliance, Staff scheduling & training, Inventory control, POS systems (Toast, Clover), Caterease, Event design, Waste reduction, Profit & loss (P&L) management
Projects
Annual Energy Conference Banquet
Role: Lead Catering Manager
Tools: Caterease, Toast POS, Excel
Managed catering logistics, custom menus, and staffing for a 3-day conference of 1,200 attendees, delivering all meals on schedule and generating $240,000 in gross revenue.
Zero-Waste Kitchen Initiative
Role: Catering Manager
Tools: LeanPath, Caterease
Pioneered a food waste reduction protocol across all catering operations, reducing food waste by 28% and saving $18,000 in ingredient costs within 6 months.
Certifications
- Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE) (2024)
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager (2021)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Volunteer food service coordinator for Houston regional shelter fundraisers (2021-present)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Catering Manager
Job Market Insights
$55,000
-
$85,000
Avg:
$65,000
Growth Outlook:
The employment of food service managers, including catering managers, is projected to grow 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, which is faster than the average for all occupations. The demand is driven by the expansion of corporate events, weddings, and social gatherings post-pandemic. Managers who possess strong business acumen, culinary logistics skills, and certifications like CPCE and ServSafe will have the best job prospects.
6% growth over 10 years
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