Catering Manager in Hyderabad

Catering Manager – Planning, Execution & Procurement

Location: Hyderabad

Company: Craft My Plate

Experience: 1+ Years

Job Type: Full-time | On-Site

About The Role
Craft My Plate is seeking a Catering Executive to manage end-to-end catering operations, including event planning, setup execution, vendor coordination, procurement, and on-site supervision.

This role involves handling food delivery coordination, live counter setups, material management, and procurement for events ranging from 10 to 500+ guests.

This is an operations-heavy role and not a sales position.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Planning & Execution

Plan and manage catering setups for Value, Signature, and Luxury service categories.

Coordinate and manage catering operations for events ranging from 10 to 500+ pax.

Conduct venue inspections, plan layouts, and prepare pre-event requirements.

Ensure proper coordination between kitchen, logistics, décor, and service teams for smooth execution.

Supervise live counters, LED counters, and theme-based setups at event venues.

Handle ODC (Outdoor Catering) staff, assign responsibilities, and brief teams before events.

Maintain event timelines, ensure punctual setup, and oversee food flow and service quality.

Monitor hygiene, taste, safety, and presentation standards throughout the event.

Manage on-ground issues with quick and effective problem solving.

Ensure completion of post-event tasks including clean-up, pack-up, inventory recovery, and reporting.

Maintain positive relations with clients, guests, and venue managers during the event.

• Procurement & Inventory Management

Handle sourcing and procurement of materials needed for catering setups such as décor items, counters, utensils, disposables, equipment, etc.

Manage procurement for both pre-event and on-site requirements.

Coordinate with vendors to ensure quality, pricing, and timely delivery.

Maintain and monitor inventory of non-food items, live counter materials, and setup equipment.

Track usage, damages, and losses; plan replenishment when required.

Ensure cost efficiency while maintaining high material and setup quality.

• Vendor & Setup Coordination

Manage vendor relationships for live counters, décor setups, equipment, and rentals.

Coordinate delivery, material movement, and return of rented or sourced items.

Ensure all vendor commitments match event requirements and quality standards.

Oversee on-ground setup teams and ensure timely, accurate installation of counters, décor elements, and layouts.

Requirements
1+ years of experience in catering operations, event execution, procurement, or hospitality roles.

Strong coordination, time management, and team handling abilities.

Experience in vendor management and material sourcing.

Good understanding of catering equipment, logistics, and event setup processes.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously.

Flexibility to work on weekends, late hours, and travel to event sites.

Qualification
Degree or Diploma in Hospitality, Event Management, Procurement, or a related field preferred.

What You'll Get
Competitive salary with strong growth opportunities.

Exposure to premium events, creative setups, and large-scale catering operations.

Opportunity to work with a fast-growing and innovative catering brand.

About Company: CraftMyPlate, a start-up focused on bulk food catering services for events. Our mission is to provide customized food catering services to our clients, delivering quality food options and a seamless experience. At CraftMyPlate, we understand that organizing events can be stressful, especially when it comes to food arrangements. We aim to eliminate this stress by offering a dynamic pricing system that adjusts to the size of the event and the specific needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality food, using only the freshest ingredients, and preparing everything on-site. Our team of professional staff ensures that the food is presented beautifully, and our service is impeccable, making sure our clients and their guests have an enjoyable experience. We are committed to making every event memorable and hassle-free for our clients. Let us take care of your catering needs so that you can focus on what's important- enjoying the event.