Catering Captain (Full Time)

Compass Group•Reston, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Catering Captain coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure functions are delivered, served, and cleared in a timely manner. Under the supervision of the Catering Director, this role prepares and serves food at scheduled functions and may drive a truck to deliver food and beverages. The position is based at Leidos in Reston, Virginia, and follows a full-time, Monday-through-Friday schedule with flexible hours.

Requirements

At least 3 years of catering experience.
A valid driver's license may be required.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers permit where required by state law.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
Food service experience.

Responsibilities

Determine workload requirements from catering orders.
Meet with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements, address last-minute changes, and resolve problems.
Interact with customers and resolve complaints in a service-oriented manner.
Demonstrate complete understanding of menu items.
Instruct staff on work expectations for catered functions.
Help staff set up rooms to desired specifications.
Assemble and deliver food and supplies to scheduled locations.
Serve food and beverages to guests.
Return food, beverages, serving equipment, and utensils to the catering facility.
Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, following HACCP standards.
Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies, and utensils.
Ensure proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Shift meals and free meals.
Starbucks.
Free parking and free shuttle to/from the Silver Line.
Uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.
Retirement Plan.
Associate Shopping Program.
Health and Wellness Programs.
Discount Marketplace.
Identity Theft Protection.
Pet Insurance.
Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.
For full-time positions: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Internal Employee Referral Bonus available.