Food Services

Food Services

This position is in Naperville IL atNIUNaperville Hours depends on business demand Building Hours with exceptions Monday – Thursday 6:30 am – 10:00 pm, Friday 6:30 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. The individual in this position will work closely with the Catering Supervisor to prepare and set-up catering break service, lunches, and receptions for conference clients atNIUNaperville. The position requires the ability to work independently with little supervision. This individual will have contact with conference clients and potential clients and must possess good interpersonal and communication skills. This individual must also be reliable, conscientious, and able to work well under pressure.

Description of Duties: 70% Food Service Execution Assists in the preparation, setup, and cleaning up for breaks, setup, and service for lunches, dinners, and special catering events. Duties include greeting clients and monitoring the quality of catered food. Other responsibilities include food arrangement, replenishment, breakdown of catering stations, and cleaning of kitchen equipment. Prepare the setting up for the next-day events and communicate this information to the evening staff. Conducts weekly inventory and, in conjunction with orders, food supplies, and paper products, from multiple vendors. Responsible for the entire catering operation in the absence of the Catering Supervisor or Event Coordinator. Design and decorate break areas and dining rooms. Works closely with clients who request non-standard catering events.

20% Assist with set-ups Prepares all set-up requirements for the following day's events and communicates any changes and/or necessary information to the morning staff. Set-up includes fully stocking all catering stations with supplies, fulfilling all A/V requests, configuring rooms, delivering client supplies to rooms, and preparing and setting up registration/exhibit tables in desired locations.

5% A/V Providing all onsite A/V and technical assistance to faculty, staff, students, clients, and tenants. Helps set up projectors and sound systems, assists in accessing the Wi-Fi, aids in the preparation for a presentation, and hooks up a computer to a projector and/or speakers.

5% Front Desk Acts as site coordinator and front desk attendant by performing building opening/closing duties, greeting clients, and managing front desk services. This includes answering phone inquiries, faxing and copying client materials, and billing/posting these charges to client accounts.

Education/Experience - High School DiplomaPrevious Industry Experience

Preferred Qualification - Previous Catering or server Experience in Banquet Facility or Hotel

Physical Demands - Must be able to lift 25 lbs

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Start Date - 09/28/2026

Standard Hours Per Week - 25

Working Hours - Monday – Thursday 6:30 am – 10:00 pm, Friday 6:30 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday 6:30 am – 6:00 pm.

Hourly Rate - $18.00 - $21.00 depending on qualifications

Earn Type - Hourly

Is Background Check Required - Yes

EEO Statement - In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations,NIUis an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Visa policy - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation - NIUremains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through theAccommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) View email address on click.appcast.io.

Safety Information - NIUprovides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.Read theAnnual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at815-753-1649for a hard copy.Read theFire Safety Report. Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at815-753-0404for a hard copy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)