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Compass Group

Catering Sales Manager

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs. The Catering Sales Manager is ...

Compass Group

Catering Sales Manager

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs. The Catering Sales Manager is ...

SMM

KAYSC Youth Crew Member

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$16.37/hr

Be a part of something great at Science Museum of Minnesota. We exist to turn on the science and ... with managers and co-workers. • Apply critical thinking skills to navigate personal and ...

Paisley Park

3D Objects Conservator - Full Time

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Do you thrive in a dynamic museum environment where art, music, and fashion intersect? Paisley Park ... Efficiently manage and maintain the 3D objects conservation work area, including developing and ...

Paisley Park

3D Objects Conservator - Full Time

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Do you thrive in a dynamic museum environment where art, music, and fashion intersect? Paisley Park ... Efficiently manage and maintain the 3D objects conservation work area, including developing and ...

SMM

Security Associate

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

The Security Associate at the Science Museum of Minnesota is a dynamic, public-facing role that ... Monitor all building access, alarm, fire, and video management systems and equipment in the ...

LocumTenens

... Museum of Minnesota, and the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. Additional options ... Paul, Minnesota, managing 20-25 patients per day. Clinical responsibilities consist of ...

Paisley Park

Attorney

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Support museum, entertainment, event, retail, hospitality, and digital business operations.Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.Manage and coordinate ...

Paisley Park

Attorney

Chanhassen, MN

Support museum, entertainment, event, retail, hospitality, and digital business operations. * Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. * Manage and coordinate ...

Paisley Park

Attorney

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Support museum, entertainment, event, retail, hospitality, and digital business operations. * Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. * Manage and coordinate ...

Culinaire

Associate Director of Catering Sales

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs. The Catering Sales Manager is ...

Colorado Railroad Museum

Tax Manager

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$95 - $130/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manages client relationships by monitoring needs and adding value to professional service. * Participates in business development activities. * Assists with client billings to ensure accurate ...

Paisley Park

Production Associate

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Paisley Park is an active museum, state-of-the-art recording studio, and concert venue. For nearly ... Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities * Excellent communication and ...

Paisley Park

Production Associate

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Paisley Park is an active museum, state-of-the-art recording studio, and concert venue. For nearly ... Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities * Excellent communication and ...

Minnesota Discovery Center

MDC Volunteer

Chisholm, MN · On-site

Come work with our Collections Manager on projects large and small. In this role you'll help with museum and archives preservation and access tasks and with historic documents and artifacts up close!

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How much do museum manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum manager in Minnesota is $17.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.71 and $18.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a museum manager do?

A museum manager oversees the daily operations of a museum, including staff management, budgeting, and ensuring the safety and preservation of exhibits. They coordinate educational programs, develop policies, and work with curators to maintain the museum's collections and visitor experience.

How to get into museum management?

To become a museum manager, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in museum studies, history, art, or a related field, along with experience in museum operations or curation. Developing skills in leadership, budgeting, and public engagement, often through internships or entry-level roles, is essential for advancement into management positions.

What are some common challenges faced by a museum manager, and how can they be addressed?

Museum Managers often face challenges such as balancing budget constraints with the need to deliver engaging exhibitions and programs. They must also ensure collections are preserved and accessible to the public while complying with regulatory standards. Effective communication and collaboration with curators, educators, and administrative staff are essential for successful project execution. Staying adaptable and proactive in seeking grant opportunities, community partnerships, and innovative visitor experiences can help address these challenges and support the museum's mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a museum manager?

To excel as a Museum Manager, you need a background in museum studies, art history, or a related field, along with experience in collections management and exhibition planning. Familiarity with collection management software, budgeting tools, and compliance with museum standards is typically required. Leadership, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing staff, engaging the public, and building partnerships. These competencies ensure the museum's operations run smoothly, its collections are preserved, and its mission is successfully promoted to diverse audiences.

What is the difference between Museum Manager vs Curator?

AspectMuseum ManagerCurator
Primary RoleOversees museum operations, staff, and budgetsDevelops exhibits, conducts research, and manages collections
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in museum studies, management, or related field; experience in administrationBachelor's or master's in art history, archaeology, or related field; specialized knowledge
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, museum floors, staff meetingsExhibit development areas, collections storage, research spaces
Employer & Industry UsageFound in museums, cultural institutions, historical sitesPrimarily in museums, galleries, and research institutions

While both roles are essential in museums, a Museum Manager focuses on overall operations and administration, whereas a Curator specializes in collections, research, and exhibit development. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Museum Manager job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,599 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Catering Sales Manager

Compass Group

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,088 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

345th of 491 rated business services

Job description

Position Title: Catering Sales Manager

Salary: $50,000 to $52,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Eligible for Commission

CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing arts centers, restaurants, and special event venues. While our portfolio is diverse, the one constant in every operation that we manage is our total commitment to our associates to put their career path, safety and success as our top priority, as well as to provide sophisticated, delicious food and warm service to our guests.

www.culinaireintl.com

Job Summary

 CULINAIRE at the American Swedish Institute operates a full-service restaurant and catering program within a cultural museum and event venue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs.

The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for generating and managing catering business from initial inquiry through contracted event. This role works closely with culinary, banquet operations, and venue staff to ensure successful execution of events and a high-quality guest experience. The position supports both new business development and ongoing client relationship management.

The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs.

The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for generating and managing catering business from initial inquiry through contracted event. This role works closely with culinary, banquet operations, and venue staff to ensure successful execution of events and a high-quality guest experience. The position supports both new business development and ongoing client relationship management.

The operation includes a mix of daytime, evening, and weekend events, with event sizes ranging from small meetings to large-scale receptions and celebrations.

Key Responsibilities:  

  • Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
  • Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
  • Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts
  • Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
  • Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
  • Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
  • Proven track record for meeting sales goals
  • Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
  • A minimum of two years of experience in hospitality industry including one year experience in catering sales
  • Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
  • Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
  • Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
  • The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential
  • Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events.
  • Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
  • Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
  • Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
  • Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
  • Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
  • Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

Apply to Culinaire today!

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Associates at Culinaire are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Culinaire maintains a drug-free workplace.

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