Catering Manager, Busch Stadium

The opportunity

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $55,300 - $74,600 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

What will you do?

• Partner closely with client, guests, and catering staff to produce exceptional events that exceed guest expectations, drive referrals, and build positive brand awareness
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all catering events from start to finish and ensure the highest quality of product and service throughout
• Develop effective presentations both verbally and written where ideas and recommendations display strong understanding and expertise in the sales process
• Manage the customer decision and relationship process, negotiate prices and arrangements with clients, draw up contracts, and secure client's signature and deposit
• Coordinate with operations managers to organize necessary banquet, kitchen, and service staff and arrangements for each event
• Document and review all records for each catering event and analyze what can be done to improve booking sales; maintain an excellent track record of maintaining budgetary allotments and exceeding guests' expectations
• Facilitate repeat and new business for catering functions and exceed the sales expectations of the Catering and Special Events Department
• Design and deliver appropriate catering menus by collaborating with clients and chefs

More about you

• Minimum three years of catering management experience in an arena or other large venue is required
• Experience in food preparation, inventory and cost control, scheduling, and purchasing
• Excellent customer service orientation, communication, data analysis, and organizational skills
• Ability to work event hours including some holidays, weekends, and evenings
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or related preferred

Shift details

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Weekends
Event based

Who we are

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.