Banquet Manager With Emphasis On Off-premise Catering
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
The University of North Texas (UNT) System is a prestigious public university system based in the dynamic Dallas-Fort Worth region, comprising multiple campuses including the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas, UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth. Together, these campuses serve over 49,000 students with a specialized focus on fostering academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. Employing more than 14,000 professionals across diverse fields, UNT is committed to delivering transformative education, facilitating economic opportunities, and nurturing a culture based on shared values of... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Three years of experience in food service management
- Food Safe Certification or ability to obtain within six months
- Ability to operate university vehicles including golf carts, vans, and light trucks
- Ability to lift and load catering supplies using proper techniques
- Flexibility to work varied schedules including weekends and holidays
- Security sensitive position clearance
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Physical stamina for repetitive motions and event logistics.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Three or more years of experience in food service management
- Extensive knowledge of catering, dining, and retail food service operations
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Proficient in event and employee management software
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Knowledge of food safety standards
- Ability to lead formal and informal training programs
- Experience with budget planning and cost control techniques
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
Job Duties
- Manage and execute off-premise catering events including deliveries, food and beverage breaks, plated meals, receptions, galas and cookouts
- Interpret and implement event details from Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) including set up sheets, roll calls, room diagrams and service standards
- Oversee staff presentation, customer service, and closing procedures in compliance with department policies
- Operate university vehicles such as golf carts, vans, and light trucks for transporting catering materials and staff
- Ensure strict adherence to hospitality and customer service standards to exceed guest expectations
- Coordinate multiple simultaneous catering events at different locations maintaining quality and policy compliance
- Support other dining service operations including dining halls and retail outlets as needed
- Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- Utilize event management software for employee management and operational tasks
- Ensure cash handling and security of all catering products, equipment, and assets
- Lead and train catering staff to uphold safety and quality control measures.
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