Catering Event Staff
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Job Description
Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students
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Upon completion of your Workday application we need you to apply for the University Dining position also on our student employment application form. Please use the following link. Save this link into a new browser for easy access after applying on Workday.
to the University Dining Catering Manager and daily tasks assigned by the Student Manager Catering.
Responsibilities
The Catering Event Staff will support University Dining special events on campus. Catering staff responsibilities are shaped by the requirements of each unique event. They assist with all phases of food service during catered events including room set-up preparation food service and clean up. Catering staff work on an as needed basis so staff can sign up to work one or many events/weeks. Shifts for catering are varied and can include daytime nights and weekends.
Specific Duties
Set-up facility for event including table dishware glassware silverware linens and other amenities according to event requirements and manager directions.
Assist with pre-function work that needs to be performed. Ensure all equipment is accounted for and in good working condition.
Plate food items for a served meal or staff buffet as event requires. Know the menu for each function and be able to explain the major ingredients and preparation methods for each item to be served.
Serve in a timely manner. Promote and maintain the highest level of customer service to all guests. Resolve guest complaints within scope and authority and refer escalated matters to management.
Maintain clean tables and banquet areas and an organized linen and equipment storage area.
Assist in breaking down after events and returning all event items to proper locations.
Attending mandatory staff meetings.
Complete University Dining Orientation Canvas course and all Mandatory Trainings (Mandated Reporter and Information Security courses found on the My UW website) before the employees first shift with University Dining.
Being held accountable and abide to the policies outlined in the University Dining Student Employment Handbook.
Other duties as assigned by Management Team.
Qualifications
Prior wait staff experience helpful but not .
Ability to learn and perform duties with speed and efficiency following proper food safety and sanitation guidelines when preparing and serving.
Must be friendly and outgoing with excellent hospitality skills and able to maintain a positive and professional manner through duration of shift.
Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a noisy environment.
Ability to work as a team in a fast-paced environment under short time constraints and within established deadlines.
Ability to lift pans weighing up to 40# between production area and carts.
Ability to bend stoop twist and lift weighing up to 60#.
All applicants must be at least a part-time student (enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate or 5 graduate credits) and be in good academic standing (cumulative and semester GPAs of 2.0 or higher).
Applicants must pass a criminal background check (only criminal activity directly pertaining to the position description will be evaluated.)
Successful applicants must pass all UWSP mandatory trainings along with department specific (food handling) trainings as part of their employment onboarding.
Upon the completion of the eight-week probationary period the staff supervisor will conduct a performance evaluation with results impacting the students future employment status.
Learning Outcomes
Although your job in University Dining may not be directly related to your future profession the skills you learn here are transferable and will help you within any career path while also giving you valuable work experience to strengthen your resume. As a result of their involvement in the University Dining student employment program student employees will gain experience in:
Job Knowledge
Personal Development
Responsibility/Task Completion
Customer Service
Community Engagement
Inclusivity at Work
Work Practices
Judgement/Problem Solving
Success Attributes
Base Wage
$12.50/hour
Key Job Responsibilities:
Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth provides a liberal education and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun jobs housing education quality of life and bragging rights visit .
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at or
The safety and success of students faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students faculty and staff. You may obtain the complete report at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
EEO Statement:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Employment Type
Part-Time
