University Catering Manager: Create Memorable Events

Creative Dining Services; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Daily Pay

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Creative Dining Services is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to join our team at Dordt University in Sioux Center, IA. You’ll coordinate with clients, culinary teams, conference services, and dining leadership to ensure events are executed with care and creativity.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years supervisory experience, strong communication and customer service skills, and a ServSafe certification. A Bachelor’s in Hospitality is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and event

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• ServSafe Certification.
• Experience with catering, event planning, food service, or hospitality.
• Knowledge of proper table service techniques and event presentation.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn event management software.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional catering experiences by understanding client vision and meeting their needs throughout each event.
• Build relationships with clients and identify opportunities to grow catering business.
• Coordinate events with production, conference services, sales, and dining services teams.
• Ensure food is presented attractively and service standards are exceeded.
• Communicate professionally and respond promptly to catering inquiries and dietary needs.
• Maintain accurate event records, billing, menus, and other catering documentation.
• Stay creative by keeping up with catering trends and improving menus and presentation.
• Support the General Manager and dining services team with other operational needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Hospitality

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Event management software

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event management software

Job description

Creative Dining Services is seeking a passionate Catering Manager to join our team at Dordt University in Sioux Center, IA. You’ll coordinate with clients, culinary teams, conference services, and dining leadership to ensure events are executed with care and creativity.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years supervisory experience, strong communication and customer service skills, and a ServSafe certification. A Bachelor’s in Hospitality is preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and event