Student Worker Account Associate - Canyon Catering & Events; FWS​/NFWS

Position Summary / Purpose

The Account Associate for Canyon Catering & Events is a relationship-driven, consultative sales role focused on developing external partnerships and securing high-value catered events hosted on Grand Canyon University’s campus. This position plays a key role in activating the newly developed Canyon Catering & Events venue by identifying organizations, corporations, nonprofits, and community partners interested in hosting events s role directly contributes to revenue generation by leveraging GCU’s culinary students and professional restaurant staff to deliver exceptional dining and event experiences.

The Account Associate will serve as a brand advocate for Canyon Catering & Events, helping position the venue as a premier destination for corporate functions, private events, and community gatherings across Arizona, with future growth opportunities throughout the Southwest.

• Identify and prospect potential external partners, including corporations, nonprofits, community organizations, and event planners throughout Arizona.
• Promote proposals and secure sales for Canyon Catering & Events, featuring catered events, private dining experiences, and large-scale functions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships through networking events, industry outreach, chamber of commerce engagement, and referrals.
• Collaborate with internal culinary, restaurant, and events teams to design customized event experiences that meet client needs and expectations.
• Support contract discussions to secure bookings and coordinate event details.
• Identify opportunities for ongoing partnerships, repeat business, and long-term collaboration agreements.
• Represent GCU and Canyon Catering & Events with professionalism, enthusiasm, and alignment with the university’s mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Ideal candidate is highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and passionate about student success and Grand Canyon University’s Christian mission. Pursuing a degree in business, marketing, hospitality, communications, or a related field preferred. Interest in hospitality, catering, event management, or sales are strongly desired. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to confidently present and “sell” ideas. Comfortable with consultative sales, networking, and longer sales cycles.

Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Must pass pre‑employment background investigation. Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy.

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full‑time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University. Eligible students may be subject to termination if they fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate:
Minimum Wage
Anticipated End Date:
June 30, 2027

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre‑employment screening activities, including a background check.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.