Catering Coordinator

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Date: Aug 27, 2026

Location: FORT WORTH, TX, US, 76110

Company: Compass Group

Position Title: Catering Coordinator 

Salary: $41,600 - $45,000

 

CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing arts centers, restaurants, and special event venues. While our portfolio is diverse, the one constant in every operation that we manage is our total commitment to our associates to put their career path, safety and success as our top priority, as well as to provide sophisticated, delicious food and warm service to our guests.

www.culinaireintl.com

Job Summary

Summary: As a Catering Coordinator, you will hold duties related to sales/marketing, administration, and coordination for on and off premise catering events.  The position entails a need for excellent attention to detail and communication skills; ability to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously, accurate distribution of pertinent information both internally to all departments as well as to clients and related vendors. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Inputs and maintains all reserve data for all events including inquiries, tentative and definite. Details function sheets with equipment needs and rental orders.
  • Creates captain’s packets for each event including staff sheets, equipment pulls, beverage pulls, signage, expo sheets, etc. as needed and assures that captains are in receipt of packet.
  • Creates buffet signage and printed menus as required for each event.
  • Assembles and performs upkeep of organized event files including all correspondence, orders, invoices, payments, proposals, function sheets, etc.
  • Processes certificate of insurance requests.
  • Intakes inquiries including all pertinent event information client contact, date, time, format, number of guests, location, etc.
  • Prepares proposals for events and submits staff requisitions.
  • Supports sales initiatives through research, marketing interface, communications and sourcing
  • Works with marketing department on materials and promotions.
  • Assists with client walkthroughs of venue spaces and provides on-site sales representation at events as scheduled.
  • Receives and processes all deposits.
  • Reviews reserve financial entry to assure accurately forecasted and communicates with accounting on any needs, clarification, etc.
  • Prepares final event invoicing and expense reports on a monthly basis.
  • Assists in scheduling meetings, appointments, travel, etc.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications: 

  • Experience in dining, catering and/or events.
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule as the business demands.
  • Excellent communication, customer service, and organization skills.
  • Proficient computer skills including MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Marketing is preferred.

Apply to Culinaire today!

 

Culinaire is a member of Compass Group USA

 

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story

 

Associates at Culinaire are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Culinaire-Landing-Page_Feb2026.pdf 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

 

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

 

Culinaire maintains a drug-free workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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