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Salata Salad Kitchen

Catering Lead

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

The Catering Lead manages and organizes the catering business. This includes planning, organizing and coordinating all aspects of daily catering orders to ensure flawless execution. Duties and ...

Gecko Hospitality

Catering Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K/yr

Catering Manager - Atlanta, GA We are looking for an experienced Catering Manager to join a growing, high-volume catering operation in Atlanta, GA. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality ...

Gecko Hospitality

Catering Sales Manager

Atlanta, GA

$50K/yr

Catering Sales Representative | Restaurant Catering Sales | Atlanta, GA Job Location: Atlanta, GA Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Restaurant, Hospitality, Catering Sales Catering Sales ...

Fooda

Catering Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Catering Manager position is critical to the success of a Fooda client location. The Catering Manager is responsible for managing client relationships along with managing the daily catering ...

The Varsity

Catering Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Catering Driver/Manager Effective Date: January 2023 REPORTS TO: Head Coach (RHC) FLSA STATUS: Exempt PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To drive a catering vehicle and manage catering jobs. KEY ...

The Varsity

Catering Driver

Norcross, GA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Catering Driver/Manager Effective Date: January 2023 REPORTS TO: Head Coach (RHC) FLSA STATUS: Exempt PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To drive a catering vehicle and manage catering jobs. KEY ...

Ruby Tuesday

Catering-Driver

Marietta, GA · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Catering Delivery position is responsible for suggesting, serving, and when needed, delivering and setting up food and beverages to guests utilizing the TueGo or Catering Delivery ...

rubytuesday

Catering-Driver

East Point, GA · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Catering Delivery position is responsible for suggesting, serving, and when needed, delivering and setting up food and beverages to guests utilizing the TueGo or Catering Delivery ...

rubytuesday

Catering-Driver

Marietta, GA · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Catering Delivery position is responsible for suggesting, serving, and when needed, delivering and setting up food and beverages to guests utilizing the TueGo or Catering Delivery ...

rubytuesday

Catering-Driver

College Park, GA · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Catering Delivery position is responsible for suggesting, serving, and when needed, delivering and setting up food and beverages to guests utilizing the TueGo or Catering Delivery ...

1218 Kitchen Group

Catering Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

We are a dynamic off-premise catering company known for delivering elevated culinary experiences across weddings, corporate events, sports hospitality, and brand activations. Our team thrives on ...

Chick-fil-A

AM Catering Shift Leader

Atlanta, GA

$18 - $19/hr

This leader plays a key role in ensuring all catering orders are prepared accurately, packaged with care, and delivered on time while maintaining Chick-fil-A's standards of food quality, safety, and ...

Chick-fil-A

AM Catering Shift Leader

Atlanta, GA

$18 - $19/hr

This leader plays a key role in ensuring all catering orders are prepared accurately, packaged with care, and delivered on time while maintaining Chick-fil-A's standards of food quality, safety, and ...

Panera

Café Catering Coordinator

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Our Catering Lead brings Panera to the community. As a Catering Lead at Panera, you are key to the success of our catering business. You help customers plan and select great Panera food for their ...

Panera

Café Catering Coordinator

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Our Catering Lead brings Panera to the community. As a Catering Lead at Panera, you are key to the success of our catering business. You help customers plan and select great Panera food for their ...

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How much do caterer jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for caterer in Decatur, GA is $16.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.09 and $17.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Are Caterers?

A caterer manages the food preparation and presentation for events in people’s homes or at other facilities. They are often in charge of the entire operation from the menu to the plating. Some specialize in particular sectors, ranging from the types of events to certain food offerings. Excellent communication skills are essential for planning with clients. Some caterers start their own businesses and freelance; others work in a partnership with a restaurant. Hours vary but often include nights, weekends, and holidays. Self-employed caterers must have an accounting system in place to manage their business.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Caterer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Caterer, you need strong culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and experience with menu planning, typically supported by food handling certifications. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, event management software, and health and safety regulations is vital. Excellent organization, time management, and interpersonal communication help caterers exceed client expectations and manage events smoothly. These skills and qualities ensure high-quality food service, client satisfaction, and compliance with industry standards at a variety of events.

What are some common challenges caterers face when managing multiple events simultaneously?

Caterers often juggle several events at once, which can make logistics, time management, and resource allocation challenging. It requires careful planning to ensure food quality, timely delivery, and sufficient staff for each event. Successful caterers prioritize clear communication with clients and team members, maintain organized schedules, and anticipate potential issues to keep each event running smoothly. Being adaptable and proactive is essential in this fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Caterer vs Chef?

AspectCatererChef
CredentialsFood safety certifications, catering-specific trainingCulinary degrees, professional chef certifications
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, outdoor locations, client sitesRestaurants, kitchens, culinary establishments
Industry UsageEvent planning, hospitality, catering servicesFood preparation, restaurant industry, culinary arts
Common Search IntentEvent catering, catering jobs, catering servicesCooking, restaurant chef jobs, culinary careers

While both caterers and chefs work with food, caterers focus on providing food services for events and require skills in event coordination and client interaction. Chefs primarily prepare and cook food in kitchens, often with advanced culinary training. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Catering Lead

Salata Salad Kitchen

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Salata is committed to the highest quality in everything we do — especially our people! We're looking for team members at all levels who strive for the best in life — who value a spotless, supportive and flexible work environment; who care about our customers and the healthy and fresh food we serve; and who want the opportunity to grow. At Salata, there is no menu — our salads and wraps are fully customizable. In that spirit, we offer flexible schedules for a diversity of styles and personalities.
The Catering Lead manages and organizes the catering business. This includes planning, organizing and coordinating all aspects of daily catering orders to ensure flawless execution.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works directly with General Managers (GM), Director of Catering (DOC) and Catering and Sales Manager (CSM) to direct operational efforts in the area of opportunity based on sales volume and daily orders. Moves between locations based on need
  • Acts as a trainer for team members training on catering operations
  • Communicates product and staffing needs with the Catering Manager and General Manager on a daily basis based on catering orders
  • Manages Catering call-backs from orders delivered that day to ensure 100% guest satisfaction
  • Handles and resolves customer complaints/accolades and communicates the results with Catering Manager and General Manager
  • Ensures catering collateral is displayed and stocked in the store at all times (catering menus, catering table, DOC or CSM business cards)
  • Owns the delivery trade area for the store and actively follows it, not encroaching into Franchise territories
  • Keeps delivery van clean inside and out as well as stocks it with an “Emergency Catering Kit”
  • Manages all house accounts and payments in conjunction with the DOC
  • Actively participates in account maintenance calls, and correspondence with customers to maintain a rapport/build relationships
  • Consistently updates the database to track orders
  • Ensures all catering items and paper goods are provided with every order according to Salata recipe specifications
  • Verifies all catering orders are 100% accurate and on time when delivered to the customer
  • When answering phones and taking orders, suggestively sells extras and sides to increase check average. Uses the Online Ordering system to place orders for clients
  • Uses the POS system to store customer information
  • Participates in local area marketing events when schedule permits
  • Knows and complies with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, and emergencies. Reports to work on time and in professional attire
  • Other duties as needed


REQUIREMENTS

  • 1-2 years’ food, beverage and fast casual catering services. High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
  • Must have reliable transportation, valid DL and insurance.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Must be able to take direction, meet deadlines and schedules
  • Excellent communication skills, organization skills, attention to detail and customer service. Health and safety regulations pertinent to catering events
  • Requires basic computer and internet skills. Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to drive for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs.
  • Meet deadlines and schedules
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Time Management
  • Must work well in groups as well as individually
  • Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.


**While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
This is a non-exempt position. Days and hours of work vary depending on restaurant location. This position regularly requires long hours, holidays and weekend work. Travel is primarily local during the business day.


Salata is an equal employment opportunity employer


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