Catering Manager- Balducci's McLean, VA

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

Pay Transparency: Salary range $55,000 to $65,000 annually, with bonus potential. Starting salary varies based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits:

• 12 days PTO
• 40 hours sick time
• 6 recognized holidays
• 401(k) match up to 7%
• Pet insurance
• EPA benefits
• 30% discount
• and so much more!

This role combines sales (about 25%) 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 facility management, such as checking event bookings and resource allocation.
• Plan new promotions and initiatives and contribute to business development.
• Assist in handling staffing and customer issues.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and developments.
• Manage 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 standards and enforce safe food preparation, presentation, and handling in compliance with company policy.
• Budget and establish financial targets and forecasts.
• Monitor quality of product and service.
• Maintain financial and administrative records.
• Interact with customers, suppliers, and employees.
• Negotiate contracts, assess requirements, and ensure satisfaction.
• Maximize sales and meet profit and financial expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years 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.
• Use tact 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.
• Organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Flexibility and problem‑solving under pressure.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.

As needed.

• Required to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, and stoop.
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs.
• Perform all physical aspects such as bending, squatting, climbing, and walking.
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Albertsons Companies EOE

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Food and Beverage Services