Catering Manager - Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Compass Group•Baltimore, MD

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Levy Restaurants Team at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, a premier attraction in Baltimore. This role offers a unique opportunity within a multi-unit operation, encompassing full-service restaurants, luxurious lounges, and food retail spaces. You will deliver exceptional dining experiences in an iconic setting, catering to discerning guests. The Catering Event Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of events. This role serves as a lead planner for complex and high-profile events, acting as a liaison between clients, internal departments, and external vendors. The position also supports team development, ensures operational excellence, and upholds the venue’s service and brand standards.

Requirements

5+ years of event planning experience, preferably in a venue, hotel, or hospitality environment
Proven experience managing complex events and multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
High attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Proficiency in event management software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of event planning from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up
Lead planning for large-scale, high-revenue, and complex events
Develop detailed event timelines, floor plans, BEOs, Run of Shows and Catering Proposals
Conduct client site visits, planning meetings, and final walk-throughs
Oversee on-site event execution to ensure flawless delivery and guest satisfaction
Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients
Build strong client relationships and provide expert guidance throughout the planning process
Coordinate with vendors including catering, multimedia, décor, rentals, and entertainment
Negotiate vendor needs within venue guidelines and budgets
Act as a mentor and resource for junior planners and coordinators
Assist with training, onboarding, and best-practice development
Collaborate with operations, culinary, and facilities teams to ensure alignment
Provide on-site leadership during events and assist with staffing oversight
Ensure events comply with venue policies, safety regulations, and local codes
Monitor event budgets and final billing
Identify opportunities for upselling and enhancing the guest experience
Participate in process improvement and workflow optimization