Student Catering Manager - Lead & 403(b) Eligible

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Plan participation

Job summary

Illinois State University seeks a Student Manager for Catering within the Event Management, Dining and Hospitality division. Eligible applicants are current Catering student employees with at least one full semester of service.

The role supports day-to-day catering operations, enforces EMDH policies, and oversees student staff. Starting Fall 2026, the position offers 10–28 hours per week with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Mastery of job-related skills
• Ability to learn
• Understanding of EMDH mission, vision, and goals
• Understanding of EMDH policies and procedures
• Willingness to enforce EMDH policies and procedures
• Dedication and loyalty to department
• Appreciation of student employees
• Leadership and management skills
• Initiative
• Customer service skills
• Service-minded attitude
• Interpersonal skills
• Planning and organization skills
• Record keeping skills
• Strong communication skills
• Teamwork
• Discretion
• Enthusiasm
• Friendliness
• Adaptability
• Approachable

Responsibilities

• Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
• Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Planning and organization

Discretion

Adaptability

Friendliness

Job description

Illinois State University seeks a Student Manager for Catering within the Event Management, Dining and Hospitality division. Eligible applicants are current Catering student employees with at least one full semester of service.

The role supports day-to-day catering operations, enforces EMDH policies, and oversees student staff. Starting Fall 2026, the position offers 10–28 hours per week with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour.