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Events Coordinator & Assistant Manager of the Field to Table Café Market - 80358
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
flexible spending accounts
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) is recognized as one of Missouri's premier two-year colleges, serving a diverse six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. The main campus, located in Cottleville, is famed for its award-winning architectural design that combines innovation and contemporary aesthetics, creating a stimulating environment for academic and community activities. Alongside, the Dardenne Creek Campus hosts the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute, emphasizing the college's commitment to health, sustainability, and agricultural education. Additionally, the upcoming Innovation West Campus, opening in Fall 2025 in Wentzville, will feature the Regional Workforce Innovation... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, or Hospitality Management
- Minimum 5 years of professional culinary experience including banquet, catering, or event management
- Prior teaching or training experience in a culinary or hospitality environment preferred
- Familiarity with curriculum design and best practices in culinary education
- Strong commitment to experiential learning and sustainability principles
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, or Hospitality Management
- Minimum 5 years of professional culinary experience including banquet, catering, or event management
- Prior teaching or training experience in a culinary or hospitality environment preferred
- Familiarity with curriculum design and best practices in culinary education
- Strong commitment to experiential learning and sustainability principles
- Equivalent combinations of education and relevant professional experience may be considered
Job Duties
- Oversee planning, preparation, and execution of culinary events, banquets, pop-up dinners, and catering functions while maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism
- Coordinate event logistics with internal departments and external partners to ensure seamless operations
- Manage event budgets, inventory, purchasing, and compliance with all health, sanitation, and safety regulations
- Develop and recommend an annual calendar of events for the Field-to-Table Institute
- Ensure accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and budget management for all culinary and event operations
- Teach a minimum of one class per semester
- Integrate local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients into instructions to support the Field-to-Table mission
- In collaboration with FTI administrators and staff in both the agriculture and culinary programs, identify, produce, and assist with packaging products for the Field to Table Institute
- Serve as Assistant Manager of Café/Market including providing leadership, helping maintain inventory, supervising students, and interacting with the public
- Build and maintain relationships with local farms, food producers, restaurants, and hospitality partners
- Coordinate community outreach activities, events, and culinary demonstrations
- Maintain a safe and organized teaching environment aligned with OSHA and ServSafe standards
- Represent the college at open houses, advisory board meetings, and recruitment events
- Encourage student participation in sustainability projects, competitions, and professional development opportunities
- Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue growth, control expenses, and improve profitability in collaboration with the Executive Director
- May require evening and weekend hours for community education, college events, or café/market operations as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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