Assistant Manager - Food Catering Service

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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta, offering nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. Designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university, GSU serves more than 29,500 students from 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and 106 nations.

The Assistant Manager – Catering supports the Caterer Manager by planning, coordinating, and executing catered events. Responsibilities include staffing, food safety oversight, client service, inventory control, and continuous improvement of event operations.

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of catered events, from logistics to final delivery.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise catering staff to ensure efficient service and high‑quality performance.
• Provide on‑site leadership and oversight during events, ensuring operations run smoothly and according to plan.
• Monitor and enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards in accordance with federal, state, and university policies.
• Support menu planning and collaborate with culinary staff to meet client expectations and dietary needs.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, delivering excellent customer service and promptly resolving issues.
• Assist with inventory control processes, including tracking supplies and reducing waste.
• Continuously review and improve service procedures, event execution, and staff training programs.

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience: Three (3) or more years of related work experience.
• Certification: Serv Safe Food Protection Manager Certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Preferred Education: Associate's Degree or equivalent vocational/technical training.
• Preferred Experience: Three (3) or more years of related work experience.
• Skills & Abilities: Strong leadership and team management skills, effective communication, problem‑solving, and proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, and Google applications. Experience in food service, hospitality, or event management is preferred.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

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