Catering Event Supervisor

University of Dayton; Dayton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Dayton is hiring a Catering Event Supervisor to lead and support catering staff, coordinate event details, and ensure exceptional guest experiences that reflect UD’s service excellence. You will oversee staff across locations and manage setup, delivery, service, and inventory while upholding safety standards.

Under the direction of the Operations Assistant and Catering GM, you will ensure events run smoothly, supervise multiple venues including bar operations, and maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 3 years in food prep or food service.
• Experience supervising and training personnel in food service techniques.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others without direct supervision.
• Self-starter with creativity and strong communication.
• Ability to work well with people at all levels in a professional manner.
• Ability to manage multiple details in a fast-paced environment.
• Must write and communicate effectively in English.
• Must be well organized and detail-oriented.
• Must be able to stand for four hours and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive catering vehicles.
• Ability to work nights/weekends and flexible schedule.
• Managerial ServSafe certification (or within 1 year of hire).

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering staff at various locations.
• Ensure event execution aligns with guest specifications.
• Direct set-up, delivery, service and inventory control.
• Supervise retail operations for bar and other venues within Catering.
• Maintain safety and sanitation procedures according to standards.

Skills

Food service supervision

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Supervisory experience

Independent work

Creativity

People skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Organization

Physical stamina

Lifting heavy objects

Driver's license

Vehicle operation

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, Business or Hospitality Management

Managerial ServSafe certification

Job description

Apply now Job No: 503821
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Dayton, OH
Category: University Staff
Department: Dining Serv - Catering - 800618
Pay Grade: 9 - Non Exempt
Advertised: August 27, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

Position Summary:

Join the University of Dayton Catering team and play a key role in bringing exceptional events to life! Lead and support catering staff, coordinate event details, and ensure every guest experience reflects UD’s commitment to outstanding service, teamwork, and excellence. Apply to our Catering Event Supervisor opening today!

Under direction of the Catering Services Operations Assistant and Catering General Manager, the Event Supervisor oversees catering staff at various locations. The Event Supervisor is responsible for execution of events according to guest specifications as listed on service orders. The Event Supervisor also oversees set up, delivery, service, and inventory, and ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are being properly followed. Responsibilities also include supervising retail operations for bar and other food service venues under the Catering department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years of experience in a food prep and/or food service position.
• Must have working knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.
• Must have experience supervising and training personnel in proper food service techniques.
• Must possess the ability to work independently and supervise others without direct supervision.
• Must have the proven ability to be a self starter. Must have the proven ability to demonstrate creativity.
• Must have proven ability to work with people at all levels in a professional, friendly, and helpful manner.
• Must have the ability to manage numerous details in a multiple priority and fast paced environment.
• Must be able to write and communicate effectively in English.
• Must be well organized and attentive to detail. Must be able to exert fast paced mobility.
• Must be able to bend, stoop and stand for four (4) hours at a time.
• Must be able to visually differentiate colors for the purpose of food safety.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. and do occasional heavy physical labor.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with less than six (6) points and certifiable per University requirements.
• Must be able to drive catering transport vehicles.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends and adapt to a flexible schedule.
• Must possess certification in Managerial ServSafe (or within 1 year of hire).

Preferred Qualifications:

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, Business or Hospitality Management.
• Previous successful catering supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in a multi event/facility or environment.
• Current Managerial ServSafe certification.
• Demonstrated professional demeanor.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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