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Catering Manager
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $50,000.00 - $55,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Tuition remission
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Job Description
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University are esteemed liberal arts institutions located in St. Joseph, Minnesota, known for their commitment to fostering an inclusive and values-driven educational environment. As comprehensive universities, they collaboratively offer a wide range of academic programs and student services that emphasize cultural understanding, community engagement, and personal growth. Both institutions pride themselves on providing a supportive, respectful, and collaborative workplace for their employees, which aligns with their mission to advance education through diverse perspectives and inclusive practices. With a strong dedication to equity and excellence, these universities are recognized as prominent regional educational... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma
- Two or more years of catering experience
- Ability to obtain Serve Safe Certification and Alcohol Training Certification within 6 months of hire
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations
- Mobility to navigate campus facilities
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Capacity to tolerate noise and temperature variations
- Valid driver’s license and successful completion of college safety training programs including defensive driving within one month of hire
- Willingness to travel occasionally between campuses
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma required
- Bachelor’s degree or completion of a Hospitality or Culinary Management program preferred
- Two or more years of catering experience required, experience in alcohol service preferred
- Experience scheduling, training, and coordinating full-time and part-time staff preferred
- Experience with ordering, inventory control, and par-level management preferred
- Strong communication skills including oral, written, and interpersonal skills to foster collaborative and effective working relationships
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, with the ability to use technology effectively in event planning and management
- Experience with event planning software preferred
- Excellent customer service and leadership skills, with demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing event requirements and client needs
- Ability to learn budgeting, financial management, and cost control within event planning
- Serve Safe Certification and Alcohol Training Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend event coverage as required
Job Duties
- Oversee and coordinate the execution of catering events, including staffing assignments, operational workflows, and issue resolution
- Serve as the Catering Lead and/or Manager on Duty for assigned events, providing on-site leadership and decision-making
- Direct, monitor, and support Events and Catering staff to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
- Plan and organize assigned events and participate in the planning of large institutional events, ensuring alignment with client expectations and institutional standards
- 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 to support strong performance and team culture
- Conduct performance evaluations and maintain accurate, up-to-date job descriptions to ensure role clarity and expectations
- Develop and manage staff schedules aligned with business needs, operational goals, and budget constraints
- Provide required training and monitor employee certifications to ensure compliance with safety regulations, service standards, and licensing requirements
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate departmental meetings to support communication, alignment, and continuous improvement
- Review and optimize work procedures and staffing models to improve productivity and operational effectiveness
- Lead weekly service-order meetings to review upcoming event requirements and ensure cross-department alignment
- Maintain and monitor catering and concessions equipment, assessing condition and coordinating repair or replacement as needed
- Support additional areas of Culinary Services as operational needs arise, contributing to a flexible and collaborative team environment
- Uphold the highest standards of customer service in all interactions while representing the department professionally through engagement with campus and community partners
- Partner with campus groups and departments to advance the mission of CSB and SJU and strengthen community relationships
- Oversee operational processes, including timely completion of catering invoices, staff scheduling aligned with labor budgets, and collaboration on catering guides and specialized menus using standardized food and labor cost models to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Assist the Associate Director in annual budget review, monitor variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain financial stability
- Purchase, track, and maintain inventories of dry goods, beverages (including alcohol), catering supplies, and concession items, ensuring appropriate par levels to support operational efficiency without excess stock
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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