Catering Director

2 weeks ago

Lansing, United States Saddleback BBQ Full time
Company Description:
Saddleback BBQ is Lansing, Michigan’s premier craft BBQ destination, renowned for our authentic Southern BBQ with a unique Midwestern twist. Since June 2015, we've maintained artisanal excellence, smoking all meats on-site with locally sourced hardwoods. Our dedication to quality has fueled our expansion from REO Town to Okemos and the launch of Slice by Saddleback in December 2021, offering delicious pizzas alongside our BBQ. We take pride in our rich heritage, providing a mouthwatering selection of smoked meats paired with our signature homemade sauces: Saddleback Sweet & Savory, Michigan Mustard, and Vinegar varieties.

Role Description:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Catering Director to join our team. The Catering Director, a crucial position on our team, will be responsible for all planning and logistics related to catering events, ensuring seamless coordination between clients and operations.

Required Qualifications:
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills for internal management and external customer interactions
  • Proficient phone skills
  • Ability to effectively talk clients through pricing and menu options
  • Strong closing skills to finalize catering sales
Responsibilities as our Catering Director at Saddleback BBQ:
  • Contacting new leads and clients interested in catering services with Saddleback
  • Discussing pricing, menu options, and client interests
  • Inviting clients for tastings and closing sales
  • Planning and organizing all catering logistics
  • Communicating event details and requirements to the operations team
  • Ensuring all catering events are scheduled and staffed appropriately
  • Maintaining detailed records and documentation for all catering events
Benefits Include:
  •  Pay rate of $14 to $17 per hour plus tips, averaging an additional $5 per hour
  • 40-hour work week
  • 401k with a 4% match after 6 months
  • One week of PTO to start
Join the Saddleback BBQ Family Today


If you’re ready to bring your organizational talents and passion for exceptional customer service to our team, we want to hear from you. Help us make every event unforgettable and become a part of our flavorful journey. Apply now and let’s create delicious memories together


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