Catering Supervisor - Union South
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Catering, Event Management & Planning
Current Employees:
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Employment Type:Regular
Job Profile:Food Service Supervisor
Job Summary:Take that next step in your hospitality career as a Catering Supervisor at Union South. In your catering supervisor role, you will lead a student crew to set up and serve catered events in our buildings, surrounding buildings on campus, and off campus. From morning breaks to weddings to VIP events, no two days are the same. We are looking for a self-motivated, high-energy person who is ready to ensure that every event they supervise is a success through their leadership and customer service skills.
This position comes with a pension plan, sick leave, plenty of vacation time, opportunities for professional development, and a workplace in which coworkers appreciate and support each other. It is all here at the Wisconsin Union – apply today!
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently needed
Work Schedule andLocation:
100% onsite
Variable schedule-including nights and weekends to support events.
KeyJob Responsibilities:
- Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
- Assigns and coordinates the day-to-day activities of food service staff
- Prepares, presents, and executes catered events
- Leads and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation, catering, and associated activities
- Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
Wisconsin Union, Dining & Hospitality, Catering
Compensation:The expected starting salary is $22.50/ hour. This position will also receive additional pay for weekend and night hours.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see.
https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/
Preferred Qualifications:- Food service, restaurant, hotel experience, or customer service experience as a supervisor or team lead
- Serv Safe Certificate required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
- City of Madison Alcohol Operator License required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Driver’s License – valid and meets UW Risk Management Standards- preferred but not required
Kathleen Keller, kathleen.keller,
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