Catering Event Supervisor

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A public university is seeking a Catering Events Supervisor to supervise events, ensuring high service quality. This role involves managing staff, executing banquet orders, and providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and display strong teamwork and communication skills, while also being adaptable to changing environments.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 30 lb with reasonable accommodation.
• Stand for long periods of time and work in extreme temperatures.
• Demonstrated excellent organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in absence of catering event coordinator.
• Execute all components of the Banquet Event Order.
• Provide food and beverage service for various events.

Skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Overview

Rave! Catering is seeking enthusiastic individuals to Join our Pack as a Catering Events Supervisor. Rave! Catering proudly employs experienced, certified chefs and catering professionals to provide the highest degree of service possible to ensure successful events. The primary purpose of this position is to supervise the prep work and setup for catering events around campus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in the absence of a catering event coordinator ensuring that events are successful.
• Professionally and successfully execute all components of the Banquet Event Order (BEO).
• Prepare silverware and napkins, and perform general stockroom duties.
• Provide food and beverage service for buffets, break services, receptions and plated meals.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met. Position may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work will also be considered.
• Be an ambassador for NC State Dining and the university as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.
• Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.
• Contribute to maintaining a Grade A sanitation rating of 95% or better.
• Provide outstanding customer service, including the ability to remain professional and respectful under pressure when dealing with difficult situations.
• Adaptability to address changing customer volume levels with a sense of urgency.
• Be dependable and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work well as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with customers, peers and supervisors.
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Excellence in completing all tasks, especially following and executing the written instructions of the Banquet Event Order.
• This position requires standing for long periods of time, walking, bending, twisting, pulling and pushing. You must be able to work in extremely hot and cold conditions and lift up to 30 lb with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Experience and Education

• Previous work experience in catering or food service.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures.

Additional Information

NC State Dining provides campus-wide food services. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EPS and SHRA employees. This is an hourly position and includes a State required 32-day break at the end of 11 months.

Equal Opportunity and Background Checks

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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Required DocumentsOptional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter