Campus Catering Events Lead

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking an on-site Event Coordinator II within Cornell Dining and Catering. You will oversee the operational details of university events and alumni weddings, coordinating with sales, culinary, and operations teams to ensure flawless logistics and repeat business.

The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced campus environment.

Qualifications

• Trade/Vocational/Technical School or Associate degree with at least two years of experience in a catering or food service industry or an equivalent combination of experience and education is required.
• Strong computer skills, with the ability to learn and successfully use Microsoft Suite, Filemaker, or similar database software, and calendar management programs.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs on an occasional basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the basic operational details of a variety of events that Cornell Catering executes, including large university events and alumni weddings.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships onsite and offsite to ensure repeat business.
• Coordinate between campus staff, sales, culinary, and operations teams to ensure smooth event logistics.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Calendar management

Education

Associate degree or trade/tech school

Tools

Microsoft Office

FileMaker

Calendar management software

Job description

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking an on-site Event Coordinator II within Cornell Dining and Catering. You will oversee the operational details of university events and alumni weddings, coordinating with sales, culinary, and operations teams to ensure flawless logistics and repeat business.

The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced campus environment.