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Catering Coordinator

Grimes, NE Gateway Drive, Grimes, IA, USFull-time2026-10-18 → 2026-11-11

Core

Own the full catering experience from customer meetings and order writing to cross-department coordination and event execution.

Role type

Catering Coordinator

Builds

Wedding, holiday, corporate, and everyday celebration catering events

Domain

Retail food service and catering

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Customer service, order management, cross-department coordination, pricing and invoicing, quality control, event organization, team leadership, equipment troubleshooting, inventory and temperature control

Preferred skills

Problem-solving, clear communication, math skills, vendor management

Responsibilities

Greet customers and learn their names, meet with customers to understand needs and write detailed orders, coordinate with kitchen, bakery, and deli departments, develop contracts for exclusive events, determine pricing and prepare bills, conduct quality control checks, organize store shows and displays, consult on rental companies and equipment purchases, maintain proper temperatures and storage procedures, instruct and coordinate department employees, attend manager meetings, troubleshoot equipment, maintain hygiene and dress standards, answer phone calls and return voicemails

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC