Catering Supervisor & Events Lead

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Catering Server to support university dining events with outstanding guest service and teamwork. The role involves supervising event operations, coordinating food preparation and staff, and ensuring a positive, welcoming dining experience for guests.

Applicants should have a high school diploma plus three years in catering or hospitality, strong customer service skills, and the ability to lead staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and three years of catering, hospitality, or restaurant experience.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate clearly with guests and team members.
• Ability to lead, motivate staff, and coordinate event operations.
• Food handlers permit or ability to obtain by passing required safety tests.

Responsibilities

• Supervise catering event operations, including setup, service, and cleanup for university dining events.
• Provide exceptional customer service to guests and ensure a welcoming dining experience.
• Coordinate transportation, preparation, and management of food items and supplies for catered events and meals.
• Hire, schedule, train, and lead student staff to ensure efficient event operations.
• Assist with menu planning, event coordination, and preparation to support catering services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Catering Server to support university dining events with outstanding guest service and teamwork. The role involves supervising event operations, coordinating food preparation and staff, and ensuring a positive, welcoming dining experience for guests.

Applicants should have a high school diploma plus three years in catering or hospitality, strong customer service skills, and the ability to lead staff.