JOB DETAILS

Catering Lead

CompanyGREAT WESTERN DINING
LocationKansas City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 1, 2026
About The Company
Great Western Dining is a contract food service management company serving colleges and universities and corporate dining accounts in eight states in the Midwest. We are a people-oriented company, passionate about serving the best food within our industry. Our dedication to our customers and clients shows in the care with which we serve them. We believe in going above and beyond for our partnerships. Serving people great food and an exceptional dining experience is not just our goal, it's our purpose!
About the Role

Description

  

Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories.

We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are proud to provide accelerated career advancement opportunities for dedicated and driven team members.


 Catering Lead

 Great Western Dining Service, Inc at Avila University is seeking an experienced Catering Lead. The Catering Lead is expected to schedule, process, prepare and deliver orders to the client. Provide prompt courteous service that exceeds the customers expectations.  


Responsibilities:

  • Reserve rooms and communicate with Avila University facilities and IT department for set up needs
  • Communicate with Food Service Director in regard to menu, prices and set up times
  • Assures catering function sheet is filled out completely
  • Staffing needs as scheduled and work with the FSD/Catering Manager on scheduling.
  • Coordinates with management for any food productions needed.
  • Assists management with each daily operations as needed
  • Assists with even set up, event and breakdown of event.
  • Assist with generating AR bills with FSD for the events.
  • Assist in keeping AR's collected.
  • Responsible for Marketing of services provides to the Avila Community and surrounding businesses.
  • Responsible for any rentals needed for special events.
  • Assist in day to day operations as needed: opening unit/closing unit/service
  • Meets weekly to assure all department s are in the loop with upcoming events.
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Clean professional appearance and demeanor 
  • Excellent organization, customer service and time management skills
  • Works well under pressure 
  • Preferred- Proven track record of event coordination.
  • Maintain positive upbeat attitude 
  • Significant walking
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds  

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

 Physical Requirements: 

  • Significant walking
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds  
Key Skills
SchedulingOrder ProcessingFood PreparationDeliveryCustomer ServiceTime ManagementEvent CoordinationCommunicationMarketingOrganizationFacility CoordinationIT Coordination
Categories
HospitalityFood & BeverageManagement & LeadershipAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Catering Lead is responsible for scheduling, processing, preparing, and delivering orders while providing prompt and courteous service that exceeds customer expectations. This role also involves coordinating room reservations, communicating setup needs with university departments, and managing staffing schedules.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
263
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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