Catering Coordinator

Compass Group•San Francisco, CA

3d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Join a dynamic, high-volume café and catering operation generating significant on-site and corporate business. As a Catering Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in bringing events to life, from initial inquiry through execution, supporting both drop-off catering and full-service corporate events. Located in San Francisco’s Financial District, 555 Mission is a dynamic corporate dining and catering destination supporting a high-volume café and a robust, fast-paced catering program. The team delivers thoughtful, high-quality hospitality experiences across daily service and corporate events, with a focus on collaboration, efficiency, and client experience. This role blends coordination, client engagement, and operational support. You’ll collaborate across teams to ensure events are organized, accurate, and thoughtfully delivered, contributing to an environment where both clients and team members feel supported and set up for success.

Requirements

Background in catering, events, or food service operations (restaurants, corporate dining, hotels, or similar environments)
Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Clear and professional communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams
A team-oriented approach with a willingness to support across functions
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with catering platforms (e.g., ezCater, Uber Catering, DoorDash) is a plus
Experience supporting both front-of-house and back-of-house operations is helpful
Experience with catering/event software (e.g., Reserve Cloud) is a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinate all catering event logistics from inquiry through execution
Maintain and update event details in reservation systems (inquiries, tentatives, confirmed events)
Prepare detailed event materials, including: Function sheets, Captain’s packets (staffing, equipment, beverage, and signage needs), Event signage and menus
Serve as a liaison across teams, ensuring accurate communication between operations, clients, and vendors
Support catering sales through proposal preparation, research, and client follow-up
Assist with walkthroughs and provide on-site support during events as needed
Manage administrative processes, including: Event files and documentation, Deposits, invoicing, and financial tracking, Certificates of insurance
Partner with marketing on promotions, materials, and outreach efforts
Help coordinate staffing requests and event scheduling
Contribute to a smooth and organized catering operation through strong attention to detail