Senior Banquet Manager

Job no: 517928 Work type: On Campus Location: Normal, Illinois Title: Senior Banquet Manager Division Name: Student Affairs Department: Event Management, Dining and Hospitality Job Summary The Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is one of 13 departments within the Division of Student Affairs.
It provides the campus community and guests with high-quality, efficient, and innovative event services and dining options in a variety of settings dedicated to accentuating and enhancing the campus experience in a diverse community.
Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is committed to providing an outstanding dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests.
This position plays an integral role by directing all catering services for Presidential events and assisting with the supervision of foodservice for special events, banquets, receptions, coffee service, luncheons, cultural meals, and dinners.
This position requires the ability to think on one's feet, make on the spot decisions, and be flexible in work schedule to meet the needs of our customers.
Whether it's to find a place to study, gather with friends, enjoy a bite to eat, or plan a large event, the Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality takes great pride in providing welcoming and inclusive spaces, high-quality food services, and experienced and professional staff who care about making every experience individualized and extraordinary.
It is our philosophy to recruit, inspire, and retain talented team members and promote wellness and foster their development.
It is our goal to promote a more fully diverse and inclusive campus community.
Additional Information Required to drive University vehicles for catered events outside of the Bone Student Center on a regular basis.
University Benefit Highlights: - Health, dental, vision, and life insurance - Retirement and supplemental retirement - Tuition waiver benefits are available to staff as well as their eligible dependents.
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks - Paid vacation and sick time For more University Benefit information: https://hr.
illinoisstate.
edu/benefits/ Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.
illinoisstate.
edu/benefits/insurance/ Salary Rate / Pay Rate $3,969 per month Required Qualifications 1.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2.
Any one or combination totaling four (4) years (48 months) from the categories below: A.
Coursework in hospitality administration/management, culinary science, food services management, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: - 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months) - Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months) - 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) - Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months) B.
Food service management work experience.
3.
Valid Driver's License 4.
A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam.
Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.
Preferred Qualifications 1.
One (1) year of catering supervisory experience.
2.
Professional experience working executive or high profile events.
3.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
4.
Organizational and time management skills.
5.
Strong customer service skills.
6.
Ability to be flexible and meet deadlines.
7.
Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certification.
Certification required within six (6) months of employment.
8.
Bassett certification (alcohol training course) required within the first six (6) months of employment.
Work Hours Hours will vary from week to week based on operational needs.
Flexible hours, that will include days, nights, and weekends will be required.
Functional Expectations Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: This position requires standing, walking, use of fingers and hands, reaching, lifting (up to 35 pounds), kneeling, stooping, crouching, speaking, seeing, tasting, and smelling.
Ability to stand for an extended period of time without a significant rest period.
Must be able to deal with extreme cold (-10F) and extreme heat (90+F).
Ability to stand for an extended period of time without a significant rest period.
Ability to deal with extreme cold (-10F) and extreme heat (90+F).
Proposed Starting Date January 2024 Optional Applicant Documents Certification of Retirement Annuity Transcripts - see Special Instructions to Applicants section for additional options Food Service Certificate Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process.
Please have these documents ready prior Special Instructions for Applicants Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions.
Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held.
Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience.
Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history.
This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
If using education to qualify, transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted by the deadline date in order to receive full consideration.
If applicable, please upload any food service certifications you possess.
Certifications and transcripts may be uploaded with the application or by one of the options listed below.
In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD-214 must be faxed, mailed or delivered to Human Resources by the deadline date in order to receive the maximum eligible points: Fax: 309.
438.
0011, Attn: Breanna Crippen Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions.
No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam.
If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score.
After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois.
All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois.
If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card.
Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam.
Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.
Contact Information for Applicants Breanna Crippen Human Resources 309-438-8315 bcplese@ilstu.
edu Important Information for Applicants This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.
1.
30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review.
You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383.
The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 12/01/2023 09:00 AM CST Application Closes: 12/10/2023 11:55 PM CST