Catering Coordinator-Administrator III (CS25-253)
Catering Coordinator-Administrator III (CS25-253)
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Position Overview:
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Catering Coordinator - Administrator III (CS25-253)to provide strategic leadership and comprehensive management of campus catering operations. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering services ensuring exceptional client experiences fiscal responsibility regulatory compliance and operational excellence. The position plays a vital role in reinforcing SIUEs reputation for hospitality service quality and institutional engagement.
The Catering Coordinator leads a collaborative and innovative approach to event planning menu development and team leadershipensuring that catering operations support the universitys mission reflect institutional values and meet the diverse needs of the campus community.
What Youll Be Doing:Provide strategic oversight of catering operations in alignment with university policies industry best practices and client expectations.
Manage the full life cycle of catered events including consultation planning execution and post-event evaluation.
Serve as the primary liaison for clients ensuring seamless coordination and exceptional service delivery.
Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design inclusive sustainable and innovative menus based on client preferences and culinary trends.
Ensure operational efficiency and fiscal accountability through effective budgeting labor cost management and procurement oversight.
Oversee compliance with health and safety standards including IDPH sanitation requirements alcohol service regulations and internal policies.
Lead catering staff recruitment onboarding scheduling training and performance evaluation with a focus on team development and service excellence.
Support university initiatives through interdepartmental collaboration contributing to campus events revenue generation and community engagement.
Maintain accurate records generate reports and assess program performance for continuous improvement.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: -High school diploma or equivalent. -Any one or combination totaling six (6) years (72 months) from the categories: Coursework in business dietetics culinary arts food science nutrition hospitality hotel catering restaurant or institutional management or a closely related field as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months) Associates Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months) 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) Bachelors Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months) Food service management work experience. Preferred Qualifications:
-Possession of Food Handlers Certificate
-Bachelors degree in food service administration institutional food services dietetics marketing business administration or related field
-Two years experience in event planning within a catering setting food service management and direct supervision in a catering atmosphere.
-Resourcefulness in meeting a variety of challenges in customer service employee training project management and efficient management of a service institution.
-Ability to produce results working as part of a team.
-Ability to organize and prioritize plan work schedules and assign duties.
-Ability to read understand follow and enforce sanitation HACCP and safety procedures.
-Excellent interpersonal skills flexibility customer service skills.
-Basic computer knowledge.
-Ability to keep accurate records.
-Analytical and oral/written communication skills including the ability to write clear and effective correspondence reports evaluations training manuals and other materials.
-Ability to obtain or already have Basset CertificationSupplemental Information
Civil Service Information:Civil Service Application - FAQs
Application Instructions:How to Apply - Step by StepIllinois Residency Requirement:Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Drivers License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number:0038 SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes at a minimum a copy of the veterans DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense) NGB22 form (National Guard) or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit please refer to theGuide for Veteran Document Verification.
Pre-Employment Screening:External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions a drug screen will also be required.
Work Authorization Information:This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters such as student worker positions assistantships and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university and its important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.
Accommodation:If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation please reach out to us at or via email at:
EEO Statement
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees applicants for employment and students on the basis of age color disability marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or veterans status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information please email.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
