Dynamic Campus Catering Operations Lead

University Of Kansas Memorial; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement match

Parental leave

Employee meals

EAP

Job summary

KU Memorial Unions is seeking a Catering Supervisor II to lead front-of-house catering teams, coordinate event staff, and ensure safe, high-quality service across campus events. You’ll coach staff, manage timecards, and support inventory and documentation efforts while upholding our standards for exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, customer focus, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, with a pay rate starting at $20.25 per hour and a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in food production and service.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality assurance standards.
• Ability to supervise, train, and mentor employees in food service operations.
• Strong communication, active listening, and conflict resolution skills.
• Understanding of basic financial metrics related to inventory, cost of goods, and waste.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Paycom, and vendor portals.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house catering staff during event setup, service, and teardown while maintaining KU Dining quality standards.
• Drive company vehicles to event locations across the University of Kansas campus.
• Coordinate staff assignments and communicate with management to ensure seamless event execution.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and operational standards throughout every event.
• Coach and support team members while monitoring service quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Manage employee work assignments, attendance communications, and timecard activities.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and operational documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Food safety

Inventory management

Microsoft Teams

Paycom

Vendor portals

Event coordination

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Paycom

Vendor portals

Job description

KU Memorial Unions is seeking a Catering Supervisor II to lead front-of-house catering teams, coordinate event staff, and ensure safe, high-quality service across campus events. You’ll coach staff, manage timecards, and support inventory and documentation efforts while upholding our standards for exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, customer focus, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, with a pay rate starting at $20.25 per hour and a