CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Compass Group•Pittsburgh, PA
•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Catering Captain coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure functions are delivered, served, and cleared on time. Under the supervision of the Catering Director, the role prepares and serves food at scheduled functions and may drive a truck to deliver food and beverages. The position is based at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Schedules may be full time or part time, Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary.

Requirements

  • Prior administrative and sales experience is required.
  • 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.

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 a 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, and follow 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

  • Opportunities for Training and Development
  • 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
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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