Food Service Operations / Catering Manager

Company: Tyson Foods
Location: Springdale
Posted on: October 29, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended . Job Details: Job Purpose/Summary: The Catering Manager will oversee all aspects of our catering operations, provide administrative support, and occasionally assist as a kitchen team member. This role requires a blend of management, organizational, and culinary skills to ensure the smooth operation of our catering services.Catering Management: Plan, coordinate, and execute catering events from start to finish: Develop and maintain relationships with clients to understand their needs and ensure satisfaction. Create and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and profitability. Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and staff to ensure timely and efficient service delivery. Oversee the setup, execution, and breakdown of events, ensuring high standards of service and presentation. Administrative Support: Handle administrative tasks such as coding invoices, assisting in monthly accounting processes and invoicing catered events. Manage inventory, order supplies, and ensure proper stock levels. Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and event records. Cafe Audit and Support: Assist in food preparation and cooking as needed, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards. Support the kitchen team during peak times or staff shortages. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen and during events. Maintain a clean and organized work environment. Maintain control of food and supply costs. Effectively manage inventory to its lowest functional level. Requirements: Education/Certifications: Culinary degree with 3 years relevant management experience or minimum 8 years relevant experience. Experience: Culinary degree with 3 years relevant management experience or minimum 8 years relevant experience. Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook Communication Skills: Clear and efficient communication skills Special Skills: N/A Supervisory: Management and Hourly Staff Travel: 3-5 trips per year Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here. Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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