Event Catering Lead

Oak View Group; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oak View Group operates Ford Idaho Center in Nampa, Idaho, and seeks a Catering Supervisor to support the Catering Manager in planning and executing catering operations and concessions. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, staff supervision, client relations, and strong POS aptitude.

Flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays are required. The position offers an hourly rate of $26.00–$31.00 with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in catering/hospitality. Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Familiar with inventory cost control and menu planning.
• Basic computer proficiency: e-mail, Excel, Word, Outlook, Schedule+.
• Working knowledge of POS and timekeeping systems.
• Ability to work a variable work schedule (including evenings and weekends, as required), depending upon event and business requirements.
• ServSafe certification.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Catering Manager with the overall management and execution of catering operations and supports concession operations as needed.
• Assists with the coordination and execution of catered events from initial setup through event completion and tear-down.
• Reviews event details, BEOs, timelines, room setups, staffing needs, and service expectations to ensure successful event execution.
• Serves as an on-site point of contact for clients during assigned events, providing professional communication and addressing event needs or changes.
• Provides guidance, supervision, training, and mentoring to hourly catering and event staff.
• Supervises and leads event staff in setup, service, breakdown, and proper storage of catering equipment and supplies.
• Coordinates communication between catering staff, culinary teams, clients, and other venue departments throughout events.
• Monitors product quality, presentation, service standards, and overall guest experience.
• Assists with administrative duties including employee scheduling, time verification, event documentation, inventory, and departmental reporting.
• Documents and communicates employee performance, attendance, or conduct concerns to the Catering Manager in accordance with company policies.
• Ensures compliance with all alcohol service policies and immediately reports compliance concerns to management.
• Assists with POS troubleshooting and supports event-related POS operations as necessary.
• Maintains clean, organized, and event-ready catering spaces, storage areas, and equipment.
• Anticipates and resolves operational challenges during events while escalating significant concerns to the Catering Manager.
• Performs other duties and supports Catering and Concessions operations as assigned based on venue and event needs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service

POS systems

Schedule+

Outlook

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Schedule+

Timekeeping systems

Excel

Job description

Oak View Group operates Ford Idaho Center in Nampa, Idaho, and seeks a Catering Supervisor to support the Catering Manager in planning and executing catering operations and concessions. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, staff supervision, client relations, and strong POS aptitude.

Flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays are required. The position offers an hourly rate of $26.00–$31.00 with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, and paid time off.