Catering Coordinator

Creative Dining Services; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early pay access

Performance bonuses

Paid time off & holidays

Health insurance options

Job summary

Creative Dining Services seeks a Catering Coordinator for MSUFCU's East Lansing, MI campus. You will assist management with catering event operations, ensuring excellent customer service, food presentation, and sustainability aligned with company standards.

Schedule varies with events; flexible availability required. Be prepared for weekends/evenings as needed. Valid driver's license and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in food service or catering.
• Strong organizational and written/spoken communication skills.
• Professional and friendly interaction with catering customers.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to last-minute changes; be creative.

Responsibilities

• Execute and supervise assigned catering events.
• Coordinate with Food Service Director and Executive Chef for logistics and inventories.
• Work with catering team and support departments for food/beverage expectations, setup, and staffing.
• Drive MSUFCU fleet vehicle for event transport.
• Assist with onboarding and cross-training of catering staff.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, and organization standards are met.
• Order food for events and maintain event records/reports.

Skills

High school diploma

Catering experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Driver's license

Multi-tasking

Creativity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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MSUFCU, East Lansing, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 6974

Salary Range: $19.00 To $21.00 Hourly

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Catering Coordinatorat the MSUFCU corporate buildings in East Lansing, MI. The Catering Coordinator will assist the management team with the operational tasks associated with scheduled catering events. Works professionally and cooperatively to ensure excellence in customer service, attractive food presentation, and supports sustainability and fiscal responsibility in accordance with company standards.

Schedule will vary and depends upon events. Flexible availability required. The majority of events are before 5pm. Occasional weekend and evening events.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Two years of experience in food service or catering


• Strong organizational skills and communication skills, both written and verbal


• Ability to be Professional and Friendly with catering customers


• Valid Driver's License and good driving record required


• Ability to multi-task, pivot to make changes at the last minute and be Creative!

We offer these fantastic benefits:

• Early access to pay, performance bonus opportunities, paid time off, and holiday pay


• Your choice of health insurance, including dental and vision, or a health savings account with a company match up to $1,500 for you and your family


• 401(k) or Roth retirement plan with employer match (100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 2%)


• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family with free health, emotional, financial, and legal support


• Professional development, industry certifications, and tuition reimbursement program

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Is responsible for execution and supervision of assigned events.


• Review scheduled catering events and works with the Food Service Director and Executive Chef to determine logistical needs, performs inventories and submits requests for products and equipment to be ordered and schedules appropriately.


• Coordinates with the catering team and support departments to include building service staff, regarding the food and beverage expectations, delivery, set-up and break down of events, staffing, etc.


• Drives MSUFCU Fleet vehicle


• Assists Food Service Director with orientation, department cross-training and assigned corporate training for all catering employees.


• Ensures that appropriate sanitation, organization, and safety standards are met through the use of checklists, hands-on supervision, and follow-up.


• Assists with ordering food for events


• Maintains records and prepares reports for continuous improvement for catering events.


• Work with supervisors to ensure all catering equipment is properly returned to their correct place after each event. Ensures proper lock-up and vehicle procedures are followed


• Communicates with the Food Service Director and Executive Chef regarding any complaints, problems, or compliments from customers or staff

About Creative Dining Services

Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be.

Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!