What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Coordinator position at Elior North America?
Catering Coordinator
Job Reference Number : 27640
Employment Type : Full-Time , Onsite
Segment : Education
Brand : Aladdin-Campus-Dining
State : Pennsylvania (US-PA)
The Role at a glance :
We are seeking a Catering Coordinator to join our Aladdin Campus Dining team in Reading, PA. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring seamless planning, coordination, and execution of catering events. You’ll work closely with clients, culinary teams, and vendors to provide outstanding service. This position calls for excellent organizational skills, a customer-oriented approach, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. If you’re looking to grow in the catering and events industry, this role is for you!
Your Pay : 20 / hour
Where you'll be working :
Alvernia University
What you'll be doing :
Assist in the planning and coordination of catering events from start to finish, including logistics, setup, and teardown.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, customizing orders, and ensuring that all event details align with client expectations.
Coordinate delivery and pickup schedules for catering orders, event rentals, and any additional materials required.
Work with the culinary and operations teams to ensure all orders are prepared accurately and delivered on time.
Maintain a master calendar of events and deadlines, attending pre-event meetings and communicating event details to all relevant parties.
Liaise with external vendors to arrange equipment, rentals, and other necessary services to support successful event execution.
Provide on-site assistance during events, ensuring seamless execution and promptly addressing any last-minute issues.
Manage catering supplies, equipment, and materials to ensure sufficient inventory levels for upcoming events.
Ensure all food and services meet company standards for quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction.
What we're looking for :
Must-Haves :
1-2 years of experience in catering, food and beverage, events or related field.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).
Nice-to-Haves :
- Safe Food Handler’s Certification
Our Benefits :
Medical (FT Employees)
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
401k
Sick Pay
Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
Paid Time Off
About Aladdin :
As our higher education segment, Aladdin serves colleges and universities across the United States. From dining halls to sporting events, we recognize how important food is to the college experience, and strive to ensure that students receive delicious, healthy food to fuel them through education and life.
About Elior-North America :
Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.
At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.
Disclaimer : This job description can be revised by management as needed.
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Salary : $20
