What you will do - Plan and manage the logistics for several events at the same time, including staff assignments, timelines, equipment and deliveries - Lead and support event staff on site through set up, service and breakdown - Keep inventory accurate for equipment, supplies and small wares, and coordinate ordering and restocking - Maintain vehicles, trailers and catering equipment, including basic repairs and preventive maintenance - Help control costs by tracking usage, reducing waste and keeping purchase records - Work with the kitchen and sales teams so each event is ready before the truck leaves - Solve problems during events calmly and quickly, and handle repairs and fixes yourself where you can - Keep the warehouse, storage and load areas clean, safe and organized What we are looking for - Experience in hospitality, catering, events, restaurant or a related operations role - Extremely organized and reliable - Practical and hands on, comfortable with tools and basic equipment repair - Able to manage several events and moving parts at once without losing track - Comfortable leading and coaching a team on event days - Valid driver's license and a safe driving record - Able to work evenings, weekends and event days as the schedule requires - Able to lift and carry catering equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds, and stand and walk for long periods at events - Legally authorized to work in the United States Nice to have - Catering or banquet operations experience - Experience towing and backing a trailer - Food safety certification - Experience with scheduling or inventory software Schedule Full time, flexible schedule. Catering Operations Manager Sarasota Catering Company, Sarasota, FL 34231, in person Full time, hourly Pay: $20 to $25 per hour, based on experience Reports to: Owner Start date: ASAP About the role Sarasota Catering Company is a full service catering company in Sarasota.