Catering Manager

Job Description – Full & Part Time Opportunities

At JRI’s Kansas Wesleyan University operations, we’ve created a great place to eat and to work. You’ll be part of a team delivering freshly prepared, made-to-order menu items for our guests coupled with a unique mix of fun, great food, and exceptional hospitality.

The Catering Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of events, ensuring all logistical and administrative aspects run smoothly. Working closely with the Events Director, this role helps deliver memorable experiences for guests or clients, whether for corporate functions, social events, or special occasions.

As a food-focused people-first company, our talented Catering Supervisors are developed in an environment to prosper and grow. We’re proud to celebrate diversity and inclusion and are committed to being a place where people want to work. We want our friends and neighbors to enjoy our food and to consider being part of our team. Whether you grow your career, chase your passion, or just pick up a few skills along the way, we want to be part of your development and journey.

Founded in 2011, JRI Hospitality owns and operates over 80 restaurants in 11 states, including management of the food service operations at KWU. JRI continues to open stores across the country and is working on opening additional stores in Texas, Georgia, Arizona, and Kansas in the upcoming years.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of events from conception through completion.
• Coordinate event logistics including venue setup, catering, décor, equipment rentals, and transportation.
• Serve as a point of contact To Food and Beverage Operator and Executive Chef
• Prepare event materials such as signage, name tags, programs, and registration lists.
• Help with on-site event setup and teardown.
• Maintain organized records of event details.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and legal regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, or administrative support (internships included).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event planning software
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to hear with 100% accuracy (with correction).
• 20/20 vision (with correction).
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per day.
• Frequent reaching, bending, lifting, carrying, stooping, and wiping throughout shifts.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as needed.
Strong reading, writing, math, and verbal communication skills.

Leadership & Communication

• Act as a champion for JRI Hospitality and Kansas Wesleyan University.
• Consistently embody and uphold JRI Hospitality’s Core Values.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, particularly in interactions with employees and guests.
• Foster an environment of open communication, positivity, and trust among all team members.
• Provide balanced feedback, offering both praise and constructive criticism through ongoing coaching conversations.
• Prioritize guest satisfaction and reinforce the philosophy that exceptional hospitality begins behind the scenes.
• Engage with guests to ensure superior customer experience.

Rewards and Great Perks:

• Fun! Work with friends and great people!
• Casual workplace – Pants, Hat and Shirt/Jacket will be provided.
• Competitive wages – based on experience with growth opportunities
• Great meal discount
• Opportunities to advance and grow, A promote from within culture
• Flexible schedules for full and part-time roles
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (must meet plan eligibility requirements)

Job Types:Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $18 per hour per hour

Restaurant type: Quick service & fast-food restaurant

Shift:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Weekday Range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend Availability

Shift Availability:

• Day Shift
• Evening Shift
• 4-Hour Shift
• 8-Hour Shift

Work Location:

• In person