Manager, Catering Services

Collin College • Plano, TX

8h

About The Position

Responsible for the overall operation of catering services for the Collin College District. This management position involves operating catering events and completing all preparation before, during and after each event.

Requirements

• Must possess a degree in culinary services or eight (8) years of directly related experience.
• Five (5) years of experience managing and executing catering events.
• Certified Food Manager or Serv Safe certified within 30 days of hire.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s license and pass driving background check.
• Individuals hired for this position may be required to drive a company vehicle. A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be run in conjunction with the background check during the contingent offer stage and annually/bi-annually for the duration of employment at Collin College. Candidates who fail the original background/MVR report or subsequent MVR reports may not be hired and/or terminated based on the results of the report.
• This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Strong knowledge of production and menu development
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• In-depth knowledge of preparing food for catered events and cafe services
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to stand and move for entire shifts
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Ability to supervise events from creation to completion
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate food or beverage for catering operations districtwide.
• Review upcoming catering orders.
• Keep labor hours in line with workload.
• Perform final check on all catering events.
• Conduct training for personnel.
• Direct and/or set up for catering events from simple to elegant.
• Support café as manager when needed.
• Monitor worker performance.
• Investigate and resolve customer concerns.
• Maintain weekly and monthly catering revenue.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed