Temporary Catering & Event Support Coordinator, Cornell Catering

Responsibilities

• Lead on‑site event operations during service hours, including set‑up and breakdown.
• Ensure event details align with confirmed contracts and guest expectations.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and service standards.
• Assign staff to service stations and ensure appropriate coverage.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and health regulations.
• Address guest concerns and support a positive client experience.
• Provide guidance and feedback to student and temporary staff during events.
• Complete required post event documentation, including temperature logs and closing paperwork.
• Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to five years of experience in catering, events, or food service, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in an office and event environment.
• Proficiency with basic office functions, including email communication, documentation, and coordination of event-related details (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to be self motivated and anticipate client and department requests.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods.
• Valid NYS driver's license (as needed for event-related duties).

Requirements

• ServSafe certification and knowledge of HACCP and sanitation procedures.
• Prior experience leading or training staff in an event setting.
• Additional Information
• This is position requires onsite work and may include evenings, weekends, or variable hours based on event schedules. As a member of the Cornell community, the Temporary Catering & Event Support Coordinator is expected to support a culture of inclusion, professionalism, and collaboration.
• No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• University Job Title:
• Temporary Food Service/Kitchen Worker
• Job Family:
• Temporary Auxiliary Services
• Level:
• No Grade - Hourly
• Pay Rate Type:
• Hourly
• Pay Range:
• Refer to Posting Language
• Remote Option Availability:
• Onsite
• Company:
• Contact Name:
• Jana English
• Contact Email:
• jb853@cornell.edu
• Job Titles and Pay Ranges:
• Non-Union Positions
• Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
• Prior relevant work or industry experience
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
• Unique applicable skills
• Academic Discipline
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• Union Positions
• The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement . To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates .
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Benefits

Additional Information

Cornell Catering is seeking a Temporary Catering & Event Support Coordinator to support the successful execution of catered events across Cornell's Ithaca campus. This role is responsible for leading onsite service for assigned events while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high standards of professionalism, food safety, and teamwork. The Temporary Catering & Event Support Coordinator may lead smaller events independently and assist with larger, more complex events as needed. This is a full-time temporary 6-month term, non-benefits eligible position. Wage per hour is $26.00.

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