Event Coordinator, Cornell Catering

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Coordinator is entrusted to oversee the basic operational details of a variety of events that Cornell Catering executes, including large university events and alumni weddings that can range in size and visibility. The success of these events is critical for Cornell Catering and Cornell Dining as a whole and includes supporting a very high level of coordination and communication between a diverse clientele (students, alumni, staff, faculty, university leadership, etc.), staff (managers, union employees, students, temporary, etc.), as well as our own sales, culinary and operations teams to help ensure, and help execute, all event logistics. The Event Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring repeat business as they develop and maintain strong client relationships both onsite and beyond.

Requirements

Trade/Vocational/Technical School or Associate degree with at least two years of experience in a catering or food service industry or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Strong computer skills, with the ability to learn and successfully use Microsoft Suite, Filemaker, or similar database software, and calendar management programs.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs on an occasional basis.
Must be able to stand for long periods, including periods with significant walking.
Must possess and maintain a valid NY state driver’s license with no major driving violations.
Must be able to obtain DOT or university certification as may be asked to drive catering trucks on short notice.
Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals.
Variable work schedule, including night and weekend availability, to accommodate business needs.

Nice To Haves

Food safety course certification and/or TIPPS or similar certificate program.
Previous experience with Workday, Event Master, and FSS systems.
Previous experience supervising others is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the basic operational details of a variety of events.
Support coordination and communication between diverse clientele, staff, and internal teams.
Ensure and execute all event logistics.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming, showing respect, compassion, and empathy, engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective, speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately, and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.