Catering and Projects Assistant Manager

Catering and Projects Assistant Manager

Job Category:
Fulltime Regular
Exempt Overtime Eligible:
Overtime Eligible
Benefits Eligible:
Benefit Based

The Catering and Projects Assistant Manager is responsible for ensuring daily catering events are successfully set up and executed per event order. They assist the Catering Manager and department with events and dining-related assignments, keep all catering items stocked, and provide excellent customer service. They coordinate multiple events simultaneously and support special assignments and projects. This is an essential reporting position for emergency response.

• Oversee schedules, assignments, training, and monitoring of catering coordinators and temporary staffing during events.
• Ensure efficient and timely event set‑up and labor scheduling with the catering team.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on set‑up techniques for display, flow, and timing.
• Execute catering displays per customer theme and event level (simple, casual, elegant, gala, etc.).
• Evaluate events, staff, and service performance to recommend improvements.
• Communicate customer feedback to the Catering management team.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintain sanitation and safety standards.
• Prepare work areas for customer service and coordinate support staff at workstations.
• Maintain product and equipment inventory.
• Communicate effectively with clear, direct instructions on work expectations.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff and customers.
• Handle challenges calmly with a can‑do attitude and positive mindset.
• Foster a positive workplace through clear communication, teamwork, ownership, and an upbeat attitude.
• Work varying shifts, including nights and weekends, as required by events and department needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of catering experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated leadership and team‑building ability.
• Serv Safe certification or ability to obtain certification immediately after hire.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and perform other physical tasks.
• Competence in administrative tasks (invoices, order forms, schedules, AV specs, menus, budgets).
• Strong time‑management skills for high‑pressure situations.
• Keen eye for detail and strong multitasking abilities.
• Proficient computer skills and effective written communication via email and templates.

• Experience in a high‑volume organization or university setting.
• Proficient Spanish language skills.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.