Premium Campus Catering Events Manager

Tufts University; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University’s Tufts Dining is seeking a Catering Event Manager to oversee all campus catering services. You will manage events on campus and off-site venues, train staff to industry standards, and strive to make Tufts Catering the university’s preferred partner with a focus on superior service.

The role requires strong planning, scheduling, and leadership abilities, with experience in high-end catering, alcohol service, and multi-event coordination.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• Experience planning and executing events for high-volume off-site caterers.
• 2+ years scheduling and supervising full-service catering staff; MA driver's license.
• Fine dining and modern catering concepts including interactive stations and VIP events.
• Experience with responsible alcohol service and bar/wine/cocktail knowledge.
• Experience managing multiple events at once.
• Culinary experience in high-end catering or restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Execute all catering services performed by Tufts Catering.
• Manage catered events in person and supervise staff.
• Train staff to industry standards for hospitality excellence.
• Lead and schedule catering staff according to business needs.
• Ensure adherence to the Collective Bargaining Contract.
• Maintain stellar customer service to secure repeat business.
• Develop staff to meet Tufts Dining goals and quality standards.
• Coordinate with campus partners to deliver seamless events.
• Plan and organize assigned staff with clear directions.

Skills

Staff scheduling

Event planning

Catering management

Culinary experience

Staff supervision

Alcohol service

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Tufts University’s Tufts Dining is seeking a Catering Event Manager to oversee all campus catering services. You will manage events on campus and off-site venues, train staff to industry standards, and strive to make Tufts Catering the university’s preferred partner with a focus on superior service.

The role requires strong planning, scheduling, and leadership abilities, with experience in high-end catering, alcohol service, and multi-event coordination.