Demo

BYU Catering Event Coordinator

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
Why Work at BYU

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”



Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Job Title: Catering Event Coordinator

Job Summary

This position is responsible for supervising the setup, service, and cleanup of catered events. They are also responsible for assisting with training of student employees including conduction training meetings as directed by the Catering Manager. This position may also be assigned as the Wedding Coordinator for BYU Catering.

What You'll Do In This Role

  • Coordinate with the Customer regarding room set up and final service instructions
  • Coordinate with Banquet Captain for needed equipment
  • Consult with Culinary Staff for proper plate design and serving of meal
  • Supervise student staff at the event
  • Consult with Custodial services regarding room setup
  • Assist with training of student staff by conducting or participating in training meetings

What Qualifies You For This Role

  • A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
  • 2 years of experience in Catering or a related food service business

A physical exam and lift test will be conducted as a part of the hiring process for this position.

Physical Effort

  • Moderate -- Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions.

Environment

  • Periodic exposure to unfavorable conditions because of unavoidable need to be in variable temperatures or wet environments.

Hazards

  • Moderate or existing potential hazards.

Typical Physical Efforts, Environmental Factors, And Hazards

  • Pushing heavy carts/equipment several times daily
  • Lifting items up to 50 lbs multiple times daily.
  • Periodic exposure to outdoor weather

What We Offer In Return

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

  • 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
  • Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
  • Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
  • Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
  • Access to athletic facilities
  • Excellent medical/dental benefits
  • Short/long term disability benefits
  • Paid parental and maternity leave
  • Wellness program
  • Free on-campus parking
  • Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
  • Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 49

Typical Starting Pay: $22.75 to $29.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Required Documents

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!

Salary : $23 - $30

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a BYU Catering Event Coordinator?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the BYU Catering Event Coordinator career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$38,108 - $54,224
Income Estimation: 
$33,690 - $44,086
Income Estimation: 
$52,895 - $92,863
Income Estimation: 
$43,501 - $61,493
Income Estimation: 
$62,563 - $85,365
Income Estimation: 
$38,108 - $54,224
Income Estimation: 
$33,690 - $44,086
Income Estimation: 
$52,895 - $92,863
Income Estimation: 
$43,501 - $61,493
Income Estimation: 
$62,563 - $85,365
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Brigham Young University

  • Brigham Young University Provo, UT
  • Visual Media and Public Relations Project Manager (Part-time/28 hours per week) To apply, please fill out our online application at: BYU Careers  Do you l... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Brigham Young University Provo, UT
  • Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to ... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Brigham Young University Provo, UT
  • Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to ... more
  • 5 Days Ago

  • Brigham Young University Provo, UT
  • Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to ... more
  • 5 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other BYU Catering Event Coordinator jobs in the Provo, UT area that may be a better fit.

  • byu Provo, UT
  • International Vice President The International Vice President provides strategic leadership for BYU’s global engagement and lifelong learning initiatives. ... more
  • 28 Days Ago

  • Brigham Young University Provo, UT
  • Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to ... more
  • 5 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!