Bar & Events Lead — Catering & Banquets

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Health savings account (IU)

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking dedicated dining staff to support events and daily catering operations on the Bloomington campus. You will assist with setup, service, and teardown, coordinate with kitchen and servers, and help manage inventory and safety procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on back-of-house tasks, customer service, and teamwork in a dynamic event environment. A ServSafe certification and valid driver's license are required, with full-time hours and benefits available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).
• 2 years of experience in food service.
• Food Safety (ServSafe) certification within 180 days from date of hire.
• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.
• Proof of Server Permit Application upon date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with the host of the event to ensure the event is exceeding their expectations.
• Oversees event setup, servers during the event, and breakdown of events.
• Assists with inventory management for alcohol.
• Attends pre-event meetings, and executes events according to the Banquet Event Order (BEO).
• Acts as a liaison between the host, kitchen, and servers.
• Assists with setting up and tearing down all venues, while communicating event expectations and ensuring customer service standards are demonstrated on the job.
• Works to store and deliver packages and equipment.
• Answers staff and customer questions, troubleshoots basic issues, and provides guidance on urgent matters.
• Covers bar event shifts, bartender breaks, and register operations as needed.
• Acts as back up for supervisor in his/her absence scheduling and training hourly employees on work activities.
• Trains employees in work and safety procedures and departmental policies.
• May provide guidance to lower-level catering positions.

Skills

Friendly service

Safety minded

Health & safety knowledge

Cooking principles

Customer inquiries handling

Team player

Communication and coaching

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking dedicated dining staff to support events and daily catering operations on the Bloomington campus. You will assist with setup, service, and teardown, coordinate with kitchen and servers, and help manage inventory and safety procedures.

The role emphasizes hands-on back-of-house tasks, customer service, and teamwork in a dynamic event environment. A ServSafe certification and valid driver's license are required, with full-time hours and benefits available.