Conference & Banquet Manager: Lead Campus Events

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

401K

PTO

Free parking

Commuter assistance

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Ed, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an experienced Conference and Banquet Manager to lead events for Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, delivering personalized solutions with our operations team to exceed client expectations.

The role offers a full benefits package, 401K, PTO, and opportunities for growth within a national leader in foodservice. Valid driving license and ServSafe certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in hospitality industry including four years in management (preferably Catering Management).
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean up is also essential.
• ServSafe Certified a plus.
• Must have a valid clean driving license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees catering events for banquets and conferences.
• Develops and maintains the catering and event plan including comprehensive event planning and conference service to clients including menu development and conference planning.
• Hires, trains, and schedules catering/event staff and participates in developing existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events.
• Books, selects and costs menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment.

Skills

Hospitality management

Event coordination

Staff supervision

Budgeting & cost control

Food safety awareness

Job description

Chartwells Higher Ed, part of Compass Group USA, seeks an experienced Conference and Banquet Manager to lead events for Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, delivering personalized solutions with our operations team to exceed client expectations.

The role offers a full benefits package, 401K, PTO, and opportunities for growth within a national leader in foodservice. Valid driving license and ServSafe certification are preferred.