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Catering Manager
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $50,000.00 - $55,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) form a distinguished higher education partnership committed to providing a superior liberal arts education rooted in cultural understanding and inclusion. These institutions are renowned for fostering an environment where every individual is valued and respected, reflecting a values-driven and supportive community. As part of this mission, the Culinary Services team at CSB offers comprehensive food service experiences that enhance campus life and community engagement through quality, safety, and service excellence. The College and University emphasize workforce wellness by offering competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum of three years of experience in catering or event management
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
- Knowledge of food safety standards and compliance
- Experience in budget management and cost control
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Must pass pre-employment background check
- Eligibility to work in the United States
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in hospitality management or related field
- Proven experience in catering management or event coordination
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and licensing requirements
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial data
- Experience with employee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple events simultaneously
- Proficiency in event management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles
Job Duties
- Oversee and coordinate the execution of catering events including staffing assignments
- Serve as the Catering Lead or Manager on Duty for assigned events providing on-site leadership and decision-making
- Direct, monitor, and support Events and Catering staff to ensure customer satisfaction
- Plan and organize assigned events and participate in planning large institutional events
- Forecast catering needs and staffing requirements to ensure appropriate resource allocation
- Collaborate with media services, facilities teams, and event setup crews to ensure successful event preparation and execution
- Recruit, hire, coach, and mentor professional staff, student employees, and on-call servers and bartenders
- Conduct performance evaluations and maintain job descriptions for role clarity
- Develop and manage staff schedules aligned with business needs and budget constraints
- Provide training and monitor employee certifications to ensure compliance with safety and service standards
- Plan and facilitate departmental meetings to support communication and continuous improvement
- Review and optimize work procedures and staffing models to improve productivity and effectiveness
- Lead weekly service-order meetings to review event requirements and ensure cross-department alignment
- Maintain catering and concessions equipment assessing condition and coordinating repair or replacement
- Support additional Culinary Services areas as operational needs arise
- Uphold standards of customer service through campus and community engagement
- Partner with campus groups and departments to advance the mission
- Oversee operational processes including catering invoices and staff scheduling
- Assist with budget review and monitor financial variances
- Purchase and maintain inventories of dry goods, beverages including alcohol, and supplies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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