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Unit Manager - Catering Logistics & Operations

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40,500–$52,600 Per Year
SKILLS
Audiovisual, Budgeting, Catering Services, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Deductive Reasoning, Event Management, Government Regulations, Hotel Management, Inductive Logic, Legal, Logistics Management, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, People Management, Printing, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Restaurant, Revenue Growth, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Special Needs, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Lubbock, TX
POSTED
4 days ago

Major/Essential Functions

  • Coordinate services for events, such as facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security. 
  • Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise. 
  • Liaison with Alumni Association and Hospitality with maintenance and scheduling.
  • Responsible for sales, collections, payroll and operating costs.
  • Inspect event facilities to ensure that they conform to customer requirements.
  • Evaluate and select providers of services according to customer requirements.
  • Arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.
  • Work directly with clients to coordinate all details for their events.
  • Maintain sales growth for Merket, Frazier and Chapel facilities.
  • Communicate with kitchen/catering staff to ensure timely and proper event execution.


Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Monthly

Schedule Details

Variable Work Schedule; travel and overtime as needed

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Restaurant, Hotel, Institutional Management or related area. ServeSafe Certification. TABC Server Certification. Knowledge/experience with Caterease catering management software.

Department

Hospitality Services

Required Attachments

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Shift

Other

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Job Family

Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family

Events Operations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations and agency rules. Advanced communication skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Critical thinking and decision making. Deductive/inductive reasoning. Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time. 

Annualized Pay Range

$40,500 - $52,600 - $64,800

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