Catering Captain

Home Team Management Company LLC•Charleston, SC

3d•$16 - $20

About The Position

The Catering Captain leads Home Team BBQ catering events, both on-site and off-site, and serves as the main point of contact for scheduled events. The role organizes and motivates catering staff, coordinates event preparation and execution, and ensures guests receive Home Team BBQ’s quality service and hospitality. The captain is also responsible for the correct use and maintenance of catering equipment and vehicles, and works with the Catering Director, Catering Sales Managers, Event Director, and Back of House staff.

Requirements

At least three years of relevant hospitality experience, including catering, banquet operations, event coordination, and/or front-of-house service.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Must communicate in English with proper grammar.
Ability to prioritize, organize, delegate work, and follow through.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Computer knowledge and typing skills.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including summer heat, rain, and winter cold.
Ability to lift, pull, or push equipment weighing upwards of 80 pounds.
Ability to work flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Past supervisory experience.
TIPS training.
Previous special-event or catering-management experience.

Responsibilities

Train, implement, and maintain proper procedures for events with support staff.
Communicate event needs to the Catering Director.
Coordinate with Back of House staff on food loading and on the proper return and storage of food and dishes.
Lead by example and motivate staff on required procedures.
Conduct monthly inventory of catering equipment, whether on or off the property.
Prepare pack-outs and checklists for vending, full-service events, and oyster roasts.
Maintain catering vehicles, including gas, oil changes, and cleanliness.
Review catering staff and events with the Catering Director and Catering Sales Managers.
Update pack-outs based on event needs in coordination with the Event Director.
Address employee-related issues and complications.
Drive company vehicles safely, using hands-free practices and avoiding distracted driving.