Catering Coordinator

Lancer Hospitality, with over 30 years of experience, is a well-established leader in the foodservice industry, supporting a diverse range of clients across various environments. Their extensive management expertise has enabled them to build strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, offering tailored services that significantly impact businesses and communities. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional quality and fostering personal connections that help elevate each dining and event experience. Lancer Hospitality operates within the Dining & Events segment and collaborates with prestigious locations, such as Science Museum Oklahoma, which is where this opportunity is based.

The role of Catering Coordinator at Science Museum Oklahoma is a vital position within the Lancer Hospitality team. This part-time, onsite role involves comprehensive involvement in the seamless planning, coordination, and execution of catering events. The Catering Coordinator acts as the central point of contact for clients, culinary teams, and external vendors to ensure every detail aligns perfectly with client expectations and company standards. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the capacity to juggle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include managing event logistics from start to finish, overseeing setup and teardown, scheduling deliveries and pick-ups, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of catered orders. The Coordinator maintains a master calendar of events and deadlines and attends pre-event meetings to communicate essential details. Collaboration is key, working closely with culinary and operations teams as well as external vendors to secure necessary equipment and services for smooth event execution. On event days, the Coordinator provides hands-on assistance to guarantee flawless operations and promptly resolves any emerging issues.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to advance in the catering and event planning industry, offering growth opportunities backed by a company committed to employee development. Compensation is competitive at $18.00 per hour, reflecting the part-time nature of the role. Additionally, the position offers a range of benefits designed to support work-life balance and employee well-being, including flexible schedules, paid time off, and growth prospects within the Lancer and Elior North America networks.

Joining Lancer Hospitality and Elior North America means becoming part of an inclusive and diverse workforce dedicated to equal employment opportunities. The company values advancement and ongoing skill development, ensuring that employees are equipped to progress their careers either within their brand segments or broader corporate roles. The Catering Coordinator position represents a significant opportunity for motivated individuals to contribute to memorable client experiences at a respected institution like Science Museum Oklahoma.