Temp Catering Assistant Manager

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Temp Catering Assistant Manager to support the Student Life Dining Services catering operation. You will help plan and execute events ranging from drop-off lunches to plated dinners, supervising staff and coordinating service to students, staff, and guests.

Responsibilities include supervising front-line staff (1–5 full-time; up to 100 student workers), managing inventory and procurement, and ensuring meals meet prescribed standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a university catering operation.
• Oversee setup, service, and execution of events.
• Supervise 1–5 full-time staff and up to 100 student workers.
• Manage procurement and inventory of food and related goods.
• Ensure meals meet prescribed standards and service quality.
• Train and coach staff in all aspects of catering operations.
• Work weekends, varying hours, and holidays as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Background check

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Job Title

Temp Catering Assistant Manager

Department

Student Life | Dining Services

Job Description

The Assistant Catering Manager assists in the management of a university catering operation that may have multiple styles of service including full-service catering serving The Ohio State University and surrounding community. Catering events range from drop off box lunches and continental breakfasts to sit down, plated and served meals. Volume varies based on events scheduled, but may serve up to 2,500 students, staff, and guests on scheduled shift; supervises as many as 1-5 full-time regular employees and up to 100 part-time student employees in a diversity-valued organization; manages frontline staff in the planning/packing, setup, service and execution of events and service of food and beverage to students, staff, guests, and special groups; manages the procurement and inventory of food and related goods; supervises service and customer relations; responsible for meals being served in accordance with prescribed standards; responsible for overall performance management and supervision of employees; supervises the quality and quantity of food items produced; orders product; takes inventories; supervises inspection of incoming food and supplies; orients, trains and coaches all employees in all aspects of catering or assigned unit operations; supervises all staff according to prescribed customer service standards ensuring prompt, effective and courteous customer service for all guests; manages the student managers and the student personnel program; works weekends, various hours, special events, and holidays as business need dictates.

Minimum Education Required

High School diploma or GED

Qualifications Required

High school diploma or GED; ability to communicate effectively; successful completion of a background check.

Desired

Associate degree in relevant field may be preferred; 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information

The pay rate for this position is $18.00 per hour.

About Dining Services

The Ohio State University’s Student Life Dining Services is a premier campus dining department dedicated to serving students, staff, faculty and guests. Critical to the Residential Experience, Dining Services administers the student meal plan to approximately 15,000 residential students on the Columbus, Mansfield, Marion, Newark and Wooster campuses.

Student Life Mission Statement

The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Location

Ohio Union (0161)

Position Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours

30

Shift

Varying Shifts

Final Candidate Requirements

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Company Culture

No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.