Catering Captain

Compass Group•Portland, OR

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 to catered events. The position is at the Oregon Convention Center and pays $18.05 plus gratuity.

Requirements

  • 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

  • Instapay (early access to wages) and high-interest savings through the EVEN app
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Program
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Employee Assistance Program
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