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Event Assistant Lead - Cornell CateringAPPLYCornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellness, social justice, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.As a division of Cornell Dining, Cornell Catering is the preferred catering service for Cornell University events and is uniquely qualified to serve the entire Cornell community and beyond. We are proud to work for Cornell and place a strong emphasis on Cornell Pride; our focus on students is one of the many concepts that differentiate Cornell Catering from other caterers. With its team of experienced professional staff, Cornell Catering is a full-service caterer that provides incredible food and beverages to guests at formal banquets for thousands, elegant weddings for hundreds, or intimate dinners for a few. Over the past thirty-five years, Cornell Catering has worked with clients to create customized events that meet specific objectives and budgets. Under close supervision, the Event Assistant Lead, provides critical customer service in a front-facing support role. The Event Lead will assist in the processing of sales transactions and the completion of food, beverage and retail support tasks for small catering events and/or concessions. This position must be team-oriented, customer-service driven and have a desire to succeed. Likely daily tasks include:- Under supervision, participate and help assist in the execution of events as well as deliveries of multiple events ranging in sizes.- Upholding good customer service standards while working directly with students and other customers- Adhering to food standards and health codes at all times including all NYS liquor authority laws regarding the controls of alcohol at all points of sale.- Under supervision, prepare and present a wide variety of food items for concessions and/or catered events.- Maintaining cleanliness, stock and organize their assigned stations through the presentation of catered events.A successful candidate, must have good customer service, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to be creative and flexible at all times is imperative as schedules, shifts, locations, and daily tasks are subject to change. Position may require evening, weekend, and holiday hours. May perform other related duties as assigned. Position may be subject to seasonal lay-offs. Required Qualifications: *- High School Diploma or equivalent with some relevant food service, barista or cash handling experience required.- Basic proficiency in English involving reading, writing, math and verbal articulation.- Be able to lift 30 lbs. occasionally and up to 50 lbs. (minimal). Must be able to reach over your head. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, and conduct repetitive motion, such as chopping, stirring, and mixing.Occasional squatting and frequent bending.Preferred Qualifications: - Additional education and food service or production kitchen experience preferred however, experience in off-premise catering or concessions operations and prior experience with service and sale of alcohol products is highly preferred.- Knowledge of proper sanitation and HACCP procedures, as well as ServSafe Certification is helpful and highly preferred.No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Familiarize yourself with Cornell's as well as the university's .University Job Title:Food Service Worker S04Job Family:United Auto WorkersLevel:S04Pay Rate Type:HourlyPay Range:Refer to Union Pay Rates Link BelowRemote Option Availability:Fully OnsiteCompany:EndowedContact Name:Shawn RuebelJob Titles and Pay Ranges:*Non-Union PositionsNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:- Prior relevant work or industry experience- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position- Unique applicable skills- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)To learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see .Union PositionsThe hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see .Current Employees:If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell.Online Submission Guidelines:Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by "dragging and dropping" them into the dropbox or by using the "upload" icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit on the HR website.Employment Assistance:For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email .If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at.Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application.Notice to Applicants:Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.EEO Statement:Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.2023-07-12EEO Statement: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.