Banquet Supervisor

Education Requirement:

• A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and related hospitality experience. Relevant hospitality experience is defined as Catering and/ or Fine Dining work experience within the past 10 years. 

Experience Required:

• Banquet, Catering and/ or Fine Dining restaurant leadership work experience (typically 1-3 years).
• Administrative experience, including supervision of staff and inventory control (typically 1-3 years).
• Working knowledge of event management processes and activities; ability to plan, organize and execute events and to coordinate resources before, during and after an event.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors at a working proficiency level.
• Demonstrates a working proficiency in the ability to provide excellent customer service and to meet or exceed customer service needs.
• Must be proficient in computer software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Demonstrates the ability to adjust and develop self to prepare for new or changing assignments, processes, people or priorities as organizational needs dictate at a working proficiency level.
• Demonstrates a working proficiency in the ability to work with variety of individuals and groups while appreciating the unique contribution of diverse individuals.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe and IPACT certifications.
• Must have valid US driver’s license and compliant with UI Fleet Safety program requirements.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations.
• Off-premise catering experience.
• Supervision of part-time staff, preferably college-age students.
• Working experience with computerized electronic timekeeping systems, inventory systems, POS systems, and event management systems.