Catering Event Supervisor

University of Dayton • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Catering Services Operations Assistant and Catering General Manager, the Catering Event Supervisor oversees catering staff at various locations and ensures events are executed according to guest specifications listed on service orders. The supervisor oversees event setup, delivery, service, and inventory and ensures safety and sanitation procedures are followed. The role also supervises retail operations for bars and other food service venues under the Catering department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of experience in food preparation and/or food service.
• Working knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.
• Experience supervising and training personnel in proper food service techniques.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others without direct supervision.
• Proven ability to be a self-starter and demonstrate creativity.
• Ability to work with people at all levels in a professional, friendly, and helpful manner.
• Ability to manage numerous details across multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to write and communicate effectively in English.
• Well organized and attentive to detail.
• Ability to exert fast-paced mobility.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and stand for four hours at a time.
• Ability to visually differentiate colors for food safety.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform occasional heavy physical labor.
• Valid driver's license with a low-risk driving record.
• Ability to drive catering transport vehicles.
• Ability to work nights and weekends and adapt to a flexible schedule.
• Managerial ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the University does not provide work visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Business, or Hospitality Management.
• Previous successful catering supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in a multi-event or multi-facility environment.
• Current Managerial ServSafe certification.
• Demonstrated professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering staff at various locations.
• Execute events according to guest specifications listed on service orders.
• Oversee event setup, delivery, service, and inventory.
• Ensure safety and sanitation procedures are followed.
• Supervise retail operations for bars and other food service venues under the Catering department.
• Supervise and train personnel in proper food service techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED