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Catering Event Manager (Term)
Harvard University
Cambridge, USA
Full-time
Manager · 2+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 5 days ago
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Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience.
- Bachelor's Degree in Hotel/Hospitality Management, or 5 years prior front of the house catering experience in high volume, fine dining events within an off-premise or hotel catering operation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams).
- Ability to learn other software applications as needed.
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays on a regular basis.
- Ability to develop creative concepts to provide clients with a unique and personalized experience.
- Knowledgeable about current food and event management trends.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Strong communication (verbal, written, interpersonal) skills and ability to communicate effectively within a diverse constituency.
- Strong time management, organizational and multitasking skills.
- Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage competing priorities.
- Good professional judgement and ability to independently make sound business decisions.
- Must be adaptable to a frequently changing environment and retain the ability to appear calm and professional in stressful situations.
- Works professionally, ethically and with integrity; upholds the vision and mission of HUDS and the University.
- Position frequently involves long hours and widely diverse duties.
- Must be able to lift (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bend stoop and perform other physical exertion.
- Certificates and Licenses:
- TIPS, CPR/Heimlich, and Serv-Safe sanitation certified.
- Appointment End Date: This is a term role with an end date of 6/30/2028
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Drug Test, and References
- Work Format Details
- This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
- Salary Grade and Ranges
- This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
- Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
- Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
- EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
- Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.
- Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
- By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
- Why join Harvard University Central Administration?
- Harvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.
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