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The Catering Manager is responsible for the planning, organizing, and developing the food and beverages services for our customers and employees, organizations and businesses while meeting their expectations, food and hygiene standards and financial targets. They will establish rapport and product confidence with customers and troubleshoot potential issues and resolve existing catering problems. They develop and maintain good customer and employee relationships.

Pay Transparency: The salary range is $55,000 to $65,000 annually with bonus potential. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.

Benefits: The total comp package yearly can include 12 days PTO, 40hrs of sick time, 6 recognized holidays, 401k match of up to 7%, Pet insurance, EPA benefits, 30% discount, and so much more!

This role combines sales (about 25% of the time) with hands‑on involvement in preparing orders and supporting store operations.

• Create a culture of food exploration, innovation and education for customers and employees.
• Oversee the management of facilities, e.g., checking event bookings and allocation of resources/staff.
• Plan new promotions and initiatives and contribute to business development.
• Assist in handling staffing and customer issues.
• Keep abreast of trends and developments in the industry, such as menus or trends in consumer tastes.
• Manage the food and beverage provision for functions and events.
• Supervise catering and waiting staff at functions.
• Recruit and train permanent and casual staff.
• Organize, lead, and motivate the catering team.
• Plan staff scheduling and rotations.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly observed.
• Set standard and enforces safe food preparations/presentation and handling ensuring compliance with company food safety policy.
• Budget and establish financial targets and forecasts.
• Monitor the quality of the product and service provided.
• Keep financial and administrative records.
• Interact with customers. suppliers and employees.
• Negotiate contracts with customers, assess their requirements and ensure they are satisfied with the service delivered.
• Maximize sales and meet profit and financial expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 yrs. catering experience preferred.
• Must maintain state Food Handler’s Permit.]
• Food Safety Certification Required.

• Management experience: scheduling, ordering, selling, merchandising, supervising, and prioritizing.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think on your feet and take initiative.
• Ability to use tack and diplomacy.
• Team working skills; ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Numeracy and financial skills to manage a budget.
• Appreciation of customer expectations and commercial demands.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Organizes and ability to multi‑task.
• Flexibility and the ability to solve problems in a pressurized environment.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.

As needed.

Required to stand for extended periods as well as walk, bend, and stoop.

Must be able to lift 55 lbs.

Be able to perform all physical aspects of the position, such as bending, squatting, climbing, and walking.

Work a flexible schedule including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well‑being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well‑known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to they and our company’s success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well‑being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications.

Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range.

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:]Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.