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Do you do your best work in fast-paced environments with a lot of moving parts?
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Are you naturally wired to act instead of wait?
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When something isn’t working, do you figure it out and move it forward?
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Do you hold yourself — and your team — to high standards, because how you do one thing is how you do everything?
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Do you take your work seriously, without taking yourself too seriously?
Yes?! Then YOU should join our team!
Here are some of the perks!
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PPO Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance - PPO plans, 50% company-paid
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401K Retirement Plan - With 3% company match
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Weekly Pay – In your bank, once a week, like clockwork
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Paid Time Off - 2 weeks of paid time off
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Bonus Days Off – Never work on Thanksgiving or Christmas - we’re closed!
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Paid Sick Leave - 5 sick days, just in case
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Flexible Days Off – Typically scheduled back-to-back, with the ability to move them around
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Monthly Leadership Book Club – Free book, free snacks, free drinks, and big ideas
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Fast Growth – We’re scaling fast and we promote from within!
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Access to Expert Coaches – If you’re hungry to grow, we’ve got the pros
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Free Holiday Dinner Boxes – So you don’t have to cook on the Thanksgiving or Christmas!
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$250 Monthly Dining Allowance – free food & drinks, that never expires
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20% Restaurant Discount – 20% off anytime, for you and your whole table
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20% Drop-Off Discount – 20% off anytime, for any size party
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State of the Company Events – Fun team hangs with big updates and snacks galore
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We Run on EOS – Clear roles, real accountability, & we’re always leveling up
RESPONSIBILITIES
As our Director of Catering & Events - Operations, you'll be at the helm of all things catering & event operations. These are the results you'll be hired to accomplish:
» ① A Healthy & High-Performing Catering & Events Team
In this role, you’ll hire & train a *dream team* full of the ‘right people’ — that fit our culture — in the ‘right seats’ — the job that best matches what they’re naturally wired to do, and do well.
» ② Bulletproof Event Preparation
Every event is staffed, prepped, packed, and staged correctly before it leaves the building — no scrambling, no missing pieces, no last-minute chaos.
» ③ Consistent, On-Point Event Execution
You make sure events are run the right way, every time. During peak volume, you’ll be present across multiple events — coaching in real time and reinforcing our standards so they stick.
» ④ Tight, Controlled Catering Costs
You actively manage labor, food, and operating costs so they stay in check and on track — without ever cutting corners or sacrificing quality.
» ⑤ A Well-Oiled Catering & Events Machine
You build, improve, and maintain the systems behind how we operate — so the entire department runs on structure and repeatable processes, not heroics, guesswork, or “how we’ve always done it.”
*As a disclaimer*: This is a dynamic position, in a rapidly growing company, in an always-changing industry. That means that this position and its responsibilities will continue to evolve. So, if you're change-adverse, this job ain't it.
That being said - if you're good with change, and are willing to try new things - you'll love this job, and it'll love you right back.
PAY
We pay a base wage of $85,000 - $90,000, depending on experience, plus a performance-based quarterly bonus after the 90-day onboarding period. Total compensation for this position will likely fall between $100000.00 - $105000.00 per year.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position is full-time, with a semi-set schedule designed around the demands of our catered events. Our Director of Catering & Events - Operations will be on-site for the most significant, most complex, highest-revenue events — and expected to float between multiple events in a single day when needed. While the weekly schedule may vary, days off are typically back-to-back. Our Director of Catering & Events - Operations will work 5 days, and typically 45-50 hours per week.
Our team has been built - brick by brick - on shared core values. And no, they’re not just bullsh*t words slapped on a wall - they’re who we are at our core - and they’re non-negotiables for working here. You’ll feel super *comfy* and right at home if these words describe you:
» You Come With Batteries Included
You’re a high-energy self-starter who jumps into action, and doesn’t need hand-holding to get things done.
» You’re Scrappy
You’re a resourceful problem-solver who makes things happen; if there’s no door, you get in through a window.
» You Take Your Work Seriously
You take pride in your work, big and small, and you have a natural reflex to do things the *right* way.
» But, You Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously
You’re a positive team player who owns up to your mistakes, is open to feedback, and is humble about your wins.
And if these words *don’t* describe you? You’ll be decidedly *uncomfy* here. So, fair warning - If you’re a cranky a** problem-bringer who’s cool being super-mid at your job and needs constant hand holding… may we suggest… working literally anywhere else?
Here are some of our must-haves & would-like-to-haves:
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At least 5 years of professional Catering & Events experience
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At least 3 years of experience leading a high-volume Catering, Events, or Hospitality operation
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Proven experience hiring, staffing, and leading teams
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Proven experience actively managing costs in a high-volume hospitality operation
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Familiarity with off-site catering challenges (weather, space limitations, guest dynamics, etc.)
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Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, or equivalent real-world experience
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Must be able to (or be willing to learn to!) drive large vehicles — including trailers, box trucks, and extended vans
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Must have current ServSafe Manager & BASSET Certifications
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Must be at least 21 years old
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Must have open availability — including nights, weekends, and holidays
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Must be able to regularly work 50-ish hours per week
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Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and keep up with the pace of fast-paced events
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Must have a valid driver's license & sole access to a personal vehicle
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Familiarity with Total Party Planner, 7Shifts, & Margin Edge a plus
Wooden Paddle is 13-years-young restaurant & catering company, started in 2013.
Our purpose, and the reason we exist, is to be 'The Place You Want to Be'.
Our niche, and the thing we work really freaking hard to do better than anyone else, is creating Super Fun Dining Experiences.
Our focus is shareable, wood-fired comfort foods , artsy cocktails , & good-time energy .
As a team, we're scrappy go-getters who don't take ourselves too seriously - but we take our food, drinks, and hospitality *extremely* seriously.
And we're all on a mission to hit 10 Million Good-Time Guest Experiences by 2033! Come for the pizza, stay for the party bb!
Pay: $100000.00 - $105000.00 / year
Pay:
Benefits:
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Flexible schedule
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Paid time off
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Health insurance
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Dental insurance
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Vision insurance
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401(k) matching
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Referral program
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Employee discount
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Paid training
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Mileage reimbursement
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
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8 hour shift
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10 hour shift
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Monday to Friday
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Weekend availability
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Holidays
Education: Bachelor's degree
Work location: On-site
