UNC Chapel Hill Catering Event Manager

UNC Chapel Hill Catering is a distinguished provider of high-quality catering services specifically tailored to support athletic events at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As part of the UNC Athletic Department, this catering team is integral in delivering impeccable hospitality experiences to fans, donors, VIP guests, and athletes across a range of sporting events including football, basketball, baseball, and Olympic sports. The company prides itself on operational excellence, guest service, and strict adherence to health and safety standards, ensuring that every event, whether large-scale game day operations or intimate hospitality functions, is executed flawlessly. Known for its commitment to quality and professionalism, UNC Chapel Hill Catering operates in dynamic venues including stadiums, arenas, and hospitality spaces on and off campus. This environment requires a highly organized, customer-focused team who can handle the fast-paced and often high-volume nature of sporting events with agility and grace.

The Catering Event Manager role at UNC Chapel Hill Catering is a critical leadership position responsible for the successful execution of all catering operations tied to UNC Chapel Hill Athletic events. This part-time position, offering an hourly wage ranging from $20 to $25 based on experience and qualifications, demands a leader who excels in both strategic planning and hands-on management during events. The Catering Event Manager acts as the primary on-site leader and point of contact during event execution, managing everything from staffing logistics to event setup, service delivery, and eventual breakdown. This role ensures a seamless event flow and an exceptional guest experience by coordinating with various teams including culinary, warehouse, transportation, and operations.

In this position, the Catering Event Manager is expected to oversee all front-of-house catering operations across a wide array of athletic events such as VIP suites, donor hospitality, and special athletic functions. Leadership skills are essential as the manager supervises and mentors a diverse team consisting of captains, servers, bartenders, attendants, and other support staff. A major component of the role is maintaining high standards of food presentation, cleanliness, and service quality, all while adhering to company and health policy standards including alcohol service regulations.

The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with athletic department representatives, clients, vendors, and event staff. Problem-solving under pressure and maintaining operational efficiency within budget goals are crucial competencies for the successful candidate. Additionally, the Catering Event Manager is responsible for training new staff to uphold the organization’s service standards and ensures compliance during every event moment. Beyond the immediate event responsibilities, the role also involves coordinating post-event cleanup and inventory management to restore venues to pre-event conditions.

The Catering Event Manager will work in varied and active environments including stadiums, arenas, and outdoor venues, sometimes performing physically demanding tasks such as standing for long periods, walking extensively, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Flexibility in work hours is necessary as this part-time role requires availability during nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts aligned with the UNC Athletics event calendar.

This position offers the opportunity to be part of an esteemed university athletic program and to contribute meaningfully to the success of athletic events by ensuring guests experience unmatched hospitality. With a focus on team leadership, operational excellence, and outstanding customer service, the UNC Chapel Hill Catering Event Manager plays a pivotal role in the overall presentation and success of UNC Chapel Hill Athletic events.