Conference Dining Associate
Campus Dining
Summary of Job Details
The Conference Dining Associate, under the supervision of the Conference Dining Manager, plans, organizes and manages dining and catering contentfor assigned, moderately complex summer conference programs on campus and at University-owned apartments. The Conference Dining Associate interacts with a diverse clientele, including University professors and commercial program directors, to assess and determine how a program's dining and catering needs can be met by our services and facilities, or other on and off-campus resources. Serves as a planning consultant to event organizers to ensure that all dining and catering details have been considered, working with the client's needs and budget parameters, developing a comprehensive services package that includes vendor contracts. Determines scope of project, timelines and unit requirements to fulfill service agreements.
Required Qualifications
Two to three years of experience and strong knowledge in event planning and management in the hospitality sector.
Exceptional customer service skills with ability to cultivate professional business partnerships.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications and general database management.
Ability to learn specialized software systems quickly.
Working knowledge of Google Workspace.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory criminal historybackground check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Work hours/days may vary during the summer season.
Overtime may be required from May-August to meet the operational needs of the department.
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (May Vary during summer)
UC Santa Barbara 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, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Application review begins 12-9-2024
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #74522
