Catering Administrator needed in Whippany, New Jersey, United States

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Catering Administrator

Company: WORKHUB AGENCY

Job Location: Whippany, New Jersey, United States

Job Type: FULL_TIME - (ON_SITE)

Job Salary: 0 USD per month.

Date Posted: April 05, 2025

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About Us:Dartcor Food Services is a regional luxe boutique hospitality company renowned for its exceptional culinary offerings, sourcing, innovation, and world-class hospitality. We specialize in creating high-quality, made-from-scratch dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Operating across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, we are expanding our team to include a Catering Administrator.Job Overview:We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Catering Administrator to join our team. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the culinary and event production teams by ensuring seamless communication and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have a background in administration, be proficient in various software tools, and have a keen interest in the catering industry. The Catering Administrator will coordinate kitchen prep needs, manage purchase orders, assist in menu development, and provide overall administrative support to ensure events run smoothly.What You’ll Do:Coordinate with the chef to translate sales information into usable kitchen formats using templatesEstablish and maintain kitchen prep list formats for efficient operationsEnsure the weekly input of kitchen prep needs to prepare for the following weekCompile running purchase order lists for the kitchen, including paper goods and suppliesFormat and update new menu information into catering sales softwareWork closely with the chef to take notes on menu development and create a database of menu itemsCatalog and organize kitchen recipes by business needs and preparation categoriesCompile load lists for all products leaving the kitchen for eventsCoordinate with the culinary team to check off and recover food items for eventsCollaborate with event production/sales teams to enter data for account proposalsCreate and maintain equipment rental lists for events, ensuring alignment with client budgets What We Need from You:Proven administrative experience, with at least 2-3 years in a similar roleProficiency in Excel, Word, Adobe, and catering sales softwareKnowledge of commercial culinary operations is a plusStrong organizational and communication skills, with an eye for detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExperience in compiling purchase orders, menus, and prep listsAbility to work collaboratively with chefs, event teams, and clientsKnowledge of event coordination and catering logistics is a plusStrong ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure What You’ll Get From Us:Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision insurance401(k) to help you plan for your futurePaid time off to support a balanced lifeThe opportunity to work with a dynamic and collaborative teamThe chance to contribute to the success of a growing and innovative catering operation

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