Campus Catering & Events Manager

Elior North America; Kanawha Head (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident,…

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

401k

Sick Pay

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking a Catering Manager at West Virginia Wesleyan College to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of catering events. You will collaborate with clients, culinary teams, and vendors to deliver exceptional service in a dynamic college setting.

The role requires strong organizational skills, customer focus, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. Join a team dedicated to high-quality food and event experiences for students and staff.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in catering, food and beverage, events or related field.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and coordination of catering events from start to finish, including logistics, setup, and teardown.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, customizing orders, and ensuring that all event details align with client expectations.
• Coordinate delivery and pickup schedules for catering orders, event rentals, and any additional materials required.
• Work with the culinary and operations teams to ensure all orders are prepared accurately and delivered on time.
• Maintain a master calendar of events and deadlines, attending pre-event meetings and communicating event details to all relevant parties.
• Liaise with external vendors to arrange equipment, rentals, and other necessary services to support successful event execution.
• Provide on-site assistance during events, ensuring seamless execution and promptly addressing any last-minute issues.
• Manage catering supplies, equipment, and materials to ensure sufficient inventory levels for upcoming events.
• Ensure all food and services meet company standards for quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elior North America is seeking a Catering Manager at West Virginia Wesleyan College to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of catering events. You will collaborate with clients, culinary teams, and vendors to deliver exceptional service in a dynamic college setting.

The role requires strong organizational skills, customer focus, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. Join a team dedicated to high-quality food and event experiences for students and staff.