Event Manager/Banquet/Catering Manager/S

Position Summary

The Banquet and Catering Event Manager is responsible for planning, coordination, and execution of events at MSU’s historic Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center and, through Kellogg Catering, caters across MSU's campus including in such notable venues as Breslin Student Events Center, Munn Ice Arena, and MSU’s newest buildings, the Student Recreation & Wellness Center and Multicultural Center. Events supported include conferences, student engagement events, corporate functions, team meetings, social events, weddings and more. In 2026, Kellogg Center celebrates 75 years of serving Spartans and the surrounding MSU community, and our Banquet and Catering Event Managers play a key role in the past, continued, and future success of the Kellogg Center.

As a division of Culinary Services and Residential and Hospitality Services, the Kellogg team proudly embodies the Residential and Hospitality Services (RHS) mission and values: We empower all Spartans to succeed by creating holistic and engaging residential, culinary, recreational, and hospitality experiences that shape life outside the classroom and beyond graduation.

Belonging | We support the well-being of the community, inclusively, with care and respect.

Partnership | We embrace teamwork and collaboration, supporting each other and the community.

Stewardship | We take pride in doing what is best for current and future Spartans as stewards of the resources entrusted to us.

Learning and Development | We stay curious by exploring opportunities to learn and innovate.

Safety | We prioritize the safety of Spartans, striving to create environments that foster security and trust.

Position Duties

The Banquet and Catering Event Manager plays a vital role in the success of The Kellogg Center by managing daily operations for event planning and execution. This role involves coordinating a wide range of events, ensuring each is thoughtfully planned and flawlessly delivered. From collaboration with the sales team to understand client vision and requirements, to partnering with culinary, setup, and audiovisual teams, the Banquet and Catering Event Manager ensures seamless event operations.

Responsibilities also include expense oversight, scheduling, and sourcing necessary event elements. Additionally, the Banquet and Catering Event Manager is responsible for training and supervising staff to maintain exceptional service standards. Success in this role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing needs, making the role essential to delivering memorable guest experiences that exceed client expectations.

This posting will fill 2 vacancies.