Catering / Event Manager

Animales BBQ is looking for a Catering & Events Manager to oversee the promotion, sales, and operations of off-site catering and in-house private events. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences, building strong community relationships, and driving revenue growth through events and catering. This is a full-time, exempt position.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $50,000 - 60,000 annually
• Incentive: 3% fee on off-site catering sales and in-house private events

Key Responsibilities

Private Events Management

• Lead all aspects of private event operations at Animales, including inquiries, client walkthroughs, bookings, contracts, and vendor coordination.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring a seamless experience from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up.
• Partner with FOH teams to communicate event details and expectations, ensuring all teams are aligned and prepared.
• Create and maintain systems for managing multiple concurrent events, prioritizing client satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Strategically grow private event revenue annually by identifying new opportunities, refining offerings, and strengthening client relationships.
• Oversee event budgets, ensuring profitability while maintaining high service standards.

Catering Management

• Direct and coordinate all aspects of off-site catering operations for Animales.
• Manage client intake, communication, and relationships from initial contact through event completion.
• Act as liaison between departments (FOH, BOH, Bar) to ensure seamless execution of catering services.
• Support on-site delivery and execution as needed to guarantee service quality and client satisfaction.
• Develop systems to streamline catering operations, including proposals, contracts, and post-event follow-ups.
• Monitor catering performance metrics and continuously seek opportunities for growth and improvement

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, life, and vision insurance available after 60 days of employment.
• Three weeks of PTO per year.
• Discounted employee dining.

More detail about Animales Barbeque Co. part of Blue Fox Concepts, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/252591-Animales-Barbeque-Co-