Manager Central Catering

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Mar 12, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Manager Central Catering
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Food Services/Hospitality/Special Events
Department	Dining Services - Catering
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Manager Central Catering for the department of Dining Services. This position requires a broad range of creative, administrative, and operational qualities. In support of the university mission, this position directs a catering department that consistently achieves annual revenues of approximately $6 million through the execution of between 4000 and 5000 events. In the kinetic environment of a major research university, these events range from simple, small coffee breaks to multi-day conferences for 1000. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Optimizes the resources and entire support of the university's dining services department, one of the top university dining operations in the country with annual revenues more than $70 million. Directly involves in the coordination, event planning, menu development, event design and logistical movement of all events. Leads a team that consists of 7 members: Event Managers, Administrative Assistants as well as a Production Chef Manager. Responsible for monthly managers schedules, weekly catering meetings, production meetings prior to the execution of all major events and is aware of all weekly, monthly and annual financials pertaining to the catering department and dining as a whole (revenue, food cost, labor cost, etc.)
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	79387.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	100485.00
Annual Maximum Salary	121582.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor's degree in hospitality or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Minimum of five years of high-profile catering and banquet experience.
Certifications/Licenses	SERV Safe certification required. This position requires a driver's license to drive back and forth to events
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Significant years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree requirement. Also requires detailed knowledge of college and university dining. Also requires supervisory skills and knowledge of catering and restaurant service. Requires excellent communication and customer service skills, and computer literacy in industry standard software; expertise in planning and organizing; expertise in training and evaluating performance. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of Rutgers University, Student Affairs and Dining Services policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements strongly preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to lift and carry food, equipment and beverage items.
Special Conditions	Requires use of a personal vehicle. Must be able to work at variety of locations and work a flexible schedule including extended daily hours, weekends, or during recesses.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0549
Posting Open Date	03/12/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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