Benefits:
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Free food & snacks
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
We are currently looking for a Catering Manager to handle all off-site catering inquiries. This will be a hybrid role of work from home and in office/restaurant; depending on business needs. Experience running restaurant floor shifts is a major plus. Must have valid driver’s license.
Salary: $50,000 plus 5% commission on Net payments
Job Responsibilities
As the Catering Manager at La Madre, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Managing all catering inquiries, proposals, and bookings from start to finish
Creating custom menus and coordinating logistics based on client needs
Leading tastings, walkthroughs, and client communications
Working cross-functionally with kitchen and service staff to ensure smooth event execution
Coordinating staffing, scheduling, and inventory for catering events
Overseeing on-site setups, including buffet-style service, plated meals, and off-site catering operations depending on business and staffing needs.
Tracking deposits, final payments, and ensuring all invoices are fulfilled on time
Maintaining quality standards and ensuring exceptional hospitality at every step
Build the catering and event brand for La Madre
Coordinate with Service Manager on Social Media posts and/or advertising
General Management:
Provide guidance on the overall vision of the restaurant and contribute to menu innovation and restaurant growth.
Maintain organization within all company vehicles, kitchen, equipment, property, and administrative areas.
Communicate effectively with management and all staff members though proper approved channels of communication
Help run floor shifts as needed
Report to management meeting
Terms & Benefits:
Salary: $50,000 plus 5% commission on Net payments
Management Paid Time Off: Cap at 120-hrs per year (request, and approved by executive chef, and HR) used for sick leave, vacation, personal, etc.
401k Match: 5% match (After 1 year of employment or 1,000 hours worked)
Manager Meals: 1 free meal each shift you work in restaurant/events; 25% off food and alcohol on days off for you and up to 3 others (4 Total)
Location: La Madre, Minneapolis, MN and Hybrid at Home
Also opperating some catering orders from sister properties La Tapatia and Nokomis House (Opening this summer)
Start Date: Asap
Reports To: Sous/Executive Chef & General Manager
Flexible work from home options available.