Assistant Manager Culinary Operations

Compass Group, North America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Occasions Caterers in Washington, DC is seeking an Assistant Manager Culinary Operations to oversee both culinary and food service operations. You will manage inventory, ordering, and receiving, and lead menu development with a focus on cost controls and local sourcing.

The role requires three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, plus knowledge of HACCP and trends in food and catering. Benefits include retirement plans and health programs for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of HACCP.
• Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, high-volume luxury off-premise catering.
• Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Full culinary management of food service operation including inventory, ordering and receiving.
• Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products.
• Demonstrates a passion for sustainability.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Food cost controls

Sustainability focus

Job description

Occasions

Position Title: Assistant Manager Culinary Operations

Pay Grade: 11

Salary: $60,000 to $65,000

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

a vision for creating remarkable events

FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS. GREAT SERVICE.

About our Company

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers has worked closely with our clients to create remarkable events. We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach to full-service catering with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect your unique style, taste and vision. With over thirty years of experience, we have an unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed expectation and delight in every way. Occasions Caterers has a mission to have dedicated team members who support and work together to create exceptional catered experiences each and every day.

If you want to be a part of an exceptional team who values Excellence by setting the bar high, Integrity by living our values, Respect by valuing the contributions of every team member, Teamwork by supporting each other, and Innovation by keeping things exciting, please see our open position below.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Assistant Manager Culinary Operations. In this role you will be responsible for the success of both the culinary and food service operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving

• Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products

• Possesses a passion for sustainability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have a working knowledge of HACCP

• Three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice,high volume luxury off-premise catering

• Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

• Experience with exposition cooking needed

• Knowledge of finacials and cost control

• ServSafe certified is a plus

Associates at Occasions are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• 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

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/AD

• Disability Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Occasions maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Occasions.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Occasions.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.