You have watched your father run a successful catering business for many years in the hope that one day he would hand that business over to you—and that day has arrived. What technical skills have you watched your father demonstrate over the years that have allowed him to deliver quality food service? Describe these skills, how he demonstrated them, how they contributed to his success, and how you will continue these skills for continued success.

Explanation:

Catering directors have complex jobs that require wide-ranging skills. Food and beverage knowledge, business skills, and people skills. It’s a fast-paced job that isn’t for the faint of heart—when the ingredients for a feast aren’t in the food delivery, finding a solution is the catering director’s responsibility.

Read on to learn what a catering director does during their workday (and night!), how much they make, and the essential skills of an outstanding catering director.  

Yup, I watched my father!