Profworkers Austria

CATERING MANAGER

Graz, Austria €5,000.00 - €7,000.00 2 weeks ago
job_overview
posted_date
Jan 14, 2026
Deadline
Mar 13, 2026
Vacancy
1
Job Level
Mid Level
Job Type
Full_time
Location
Graz, Austria
Job Description

QUALIFICATION:

Educational options:

1 – Vocational schools for Tourism / Gastronomy / Hospitality (3 or 5 years)
2 – Catering Specialist -> Apprenticeship (4 years) 
3 - Hotel & Hospitality Assistant -> Apprenticeship (3 years)
4 - Inhouse-training programs provided by large restaurant & hotel chains
5 – Training provided by industry associations as the Austrian Hotel Association (ÖHV)
6 - Training provided by 
 Adult Education Institutions

Completed vocational training/degree in Gastronomy / Event Management, or comparable qualification

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: 
* Planning, organizing, and managing catering projects from conception to execution
* Preparing quotes, cost estimates, and budgets
* Developing menus in coordination with kitchen and service teams, considering dietary requirements, and validating allergens
* Personnel and resource planning (service, kitchen, and logistics teams)
* Coordinating procurement, logistics, setup, scheduling, and on-site quality assurance
* Contact person for clients throughout the entire event phase, advising on logistics, decoration, and event planning
* Ensuring quality control, hygiene, and safety standards (e.g., HACCP)
* Follow-up: Gathering feedback, invoicing, and evaluating key performance indicators (costs, satisfaction, repeat booking rate)

OUR OFFER:
* Permanent full-time position with a responsible role
* Attractive compensation
* Diverse events throughout Austria with varied tasks
* Further training and development opportunities in event management, kitchen processes, and service
* Modern equipment and an integrated team and communication system
* Company benefits (health program, meal allowance) 


skills_and_requirements
A - Relevant professional experience in catering/event services, ideally as catering/event manager B - Budget and cost management skills, negotiation skills C - Strong customer focus, organizational skills & leadership abilities D - Resilience, team spirit, confident demeanor E - Willingness to travel – flexibility for evening/weekend events required F - Excellent German & English skills
Deadline: Mar 13, 2026

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