Catering Operations Manager

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Catering and/or the Catering Assistant General Manager, the Catering Operations Manager develops the Catering event process including the event concept and menus. Oversees the accuracy of billing and contracts and all associated processes. Coordinates room reservations for the first floor of Daniel J. Curran Place. Collaborates with Dining Services Marketing Administrative Assistant for Catering marketing purposes. Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Business Administration or Hospitality/Restaurant Management or other related field
Proven ability to be a self-starter and work independently with minimal supervision
Previous experience with invoicing and billing
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMS or similar event management software
Strong organizational skills
Ability to read and write in English
Proven ability in business math
Ability to work with people of all levels in a professional, friendly and helpful manner

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous supervisory experience in office setting
Previous experience with contracts and insurance policies
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated professional demeanor
Ability to speak in English.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please address all minimum and applicable preferred qualifications in the cover letter or resume.

A federal court on December 7, 2021, issued a ruling that suspends the COVID-19 vaccine requirement that applies to federal contractors nationwide. With this development, the University will pause any enforcement action against employees who have not complied with the requirement to be fully vaccinated by Dec. 8, 2021 or to have requested an exemption to maintain their employment status.

The University will continue to monitor the state of the pandemic on campus and in the community as well as developments in federal and state requirements, and also will continue to regularly consult with public health officials and our medical panel. As has been the case throughout the pandemic, our protocols and requirements are subject to change depending on conditions on campus or in our community, and government requirements.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.