Catering Supervisor

Role Overview

The Catering Supervisor will lead the daily running of catering operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with responsibility for maintaining strong standards in food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction. This position focuses on coordinating teams, working with suppliers, and managing the practical details of catering for corporate functions and large events so that service is delivered smoothly and professionally.

Core Duties

• Oversee everyday catering activities, including preparation, presentation, and service execution.
• Coordinate catering support for meetings, corporate events, and large-scale functions while keeping timelines and client expectations on track.
• Apply food safety, hygiene, and quality controls in line with local regulations and internal policies.
• Hire-free task management such as training, scheduling, and supervising catering staff, and making sure conduct and performance are appropriate during events.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers for food, beverage, and event-related procurement.
• Organize catering logistics such as transport, event setup, and dismantling after functions.
• Track stock levels and minimize waste to support cost control.
• Respond to client questions, special arrangements, and complaints in a prompt and professional manner.
• Ensure all work follows company procedures, safety requirements, and service expectations.
• Compile event, cost, and team-performance reports whenever needed.

Requirements

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in catering operations, food service, or hospitality management.
• Background handling catering for corporate settings or large events.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Well-developed organization, communication, and customer service abilities.
• Prior exposure to vendor coordination and catering logistics will be an advantage.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on event schedules.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capability.

Additional Information

Reports to: Catering Manager / Operations Manager

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full-time

Nationality Requirement: Saudi nationals only

Experience Range: 3–5 years

Work Schedule: Flexible hours may be required, including evenings and weekends, based on event needs.

Skills

• Team Leadership
• Catering Operations
• Food Safety Compliance
• Vendor Management
• Event Logistics
• Customer Service
• Inventory Control
• Staff Scheduling
• Problem Solving
• Quality Control