Lead Caterer at Community Regional Medical Center

Thomas Cuisine•Fresno, CA

1d•$24

About The Position

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Setup and delivery of catering events with the ability to show creativity and originality in food presentations. Maintain equipment stock and recommend purchases. Plan menus with Executive Chef. Monitor product quality and timeliness. Keep abreast of trends and developments with-in the industry. Meet with clients to set up events. Carry out and report survey results. Responsible for maintenance of catering equipment, including vehicle. Responsible for cleaning and organizing catering storage area. Follow all departmental policies and procedures. Operate under HACCP/Food Safety procedures at all times. During deliveries, practices road courtesy at all times. Obeys all traffic laws. Demonstrates defensive driving techniques. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE OF: General knowledge of catering and commercial kitchen operations
Knowledgeable with CaterTrax program
SKILLS IN: Ability to function under limited supervision and in fast-paced environments
Ability to communicate verbally, and understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to present self in a pleasant manner and work collaboratively with a team
Interpersonal skills including oral communications.
Diplomacy and human relation skills to build relationships with those contacted during the course of business
Deliver friendly and efficient customer service
Familiarity with personal computer operation
High School Diploma/GED and 6 months to 1-year experience working in a catering environment.
ServSafe certification or Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM).
Valid California Driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

Setup and delivery of catering events with the ability to show creativity and originality in food presentations.
Maintain equipment stock and recommend purchases.
Plan menus with Executive Chef.
Monitor product quality and timeliness.
Keep abreast of trends and developments with-in the industry.
Meet with clients to set up events.
Carry out and report survey results.
Responsible for maintenance of catering equipment, including vehicle.
Responsible for cleaning and organizing catering storage area.
Follow all departmental policies and procedures.
Operate under HACCP/Food Safety procedures at all times.
During deliveries, practices road courtesy at all times.
Obeys all traffic laws.
Demonstrates defensive driving techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.