Preference for interviews will be given to those that apply by 7/1/2026

Overview of Banquet Supervisor

Purdue University Northwest's Dining Services area is seeking a Banquet Supervisor to join their team. The Banquet Supervisor assumes a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation, exceptional client experience, and profitability for internal and external Events and Conferences at the Hammond campus. This position has operational oversight of the venue and catering services, encompassing event coordination, client relations, and compliance with university policies and state regulations. The Banquet supervisor serves as the onsite event manager, overseeing the execution of all aspects of the event and acting as the primary point of contact for clients and vendors. Additionally, they manage staffing to support event operations. Hours will vary by week but availability to work nights and weekends as needed is required. Occasionally off campus site location may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities of Banquet Supervisor

• Supervise the delivery, setup, and teardown of catering services for events, ensuring adherence to client specifications and event orders.
• Assign daily tasks and ensure team members provide high-quality customer service.
• Knowledge of the principles, procedures and equipment used in the storage, care, preparation, cooking, dispensing and serving of food in large quantities.
• Addressing client concerns, managing special requests, and ensuring overall event satisfaction.
• Reviewing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), organizing event spaces, and ensuring all room setups meet guest specifications.
• Must have good communications skills and a dynamic, outgoing personality.
• Good organizational and follow through skills.
• Under general supervision, coordinates and supervises catered events based on client specifications and documented in the BEO.

Benefits of Banquet Supervisor

• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
• University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
• University contributions to Health Savings Account – Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

Education of Banquet Supervisor

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in event management, hospitality or related field, preferred.

Experience of Banquet Supervisor

• One-year previous experience in banquet and catering operations.
• PNW Dining Services experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices is highly desirable.

Core Competencies of Banquet Supervisor

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to network and build rapport.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Maintains high degree of professionalism.
• Process-driven communication with operational support staff.
• Possess flexibility to work in fast paced, dynamic environment across multiple venues.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office with ability to learn event management software.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs.

Additional Information

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable. Purdue University Northwest is an equal opportunity/equal access university.