CAPTAIN, CATERING (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and Development

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Compass Group USA’s Western Washington University - Catering is hiring for a CAPTAIN, CATERING (FULL TIME). The role coordinates catering staff schedules and ensures timely service, setup, delivery and breakdown at functions under the Catering Director's supervision.

Responsibilities include staffing coordination, customer interaction, menu familiarity, and guiding staff to meet standards. Driving duties to deliver to events may be required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in catering or customer service setting.
• Ability to lead events and supervise staff.
• Must upload resume with application.
• Valid driver's license may be required and food handler/alcohol server permits where required.

Responsibilities

• Determines workload requirements from catering orders.
• Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements and changes.
• Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
• Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items.
• Instructs staff on work expectations for catered functions.
• Assists in setting up rooms to desired specifications.
• Assembles and delivers food and supplies to scheduled locations.
• Serves food and beverages to guests.
• Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.
• Ensures proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Event leadership

Staff supervision

Driving

Job description

Location: WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY - CATERING

• We are hiring immediately for a CAPTAIN, CATERING (FULL TIME) position.


• Address: Catering at WWU 563 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 Note: online applications accepted only.


• Schedule: Full Time; Shifts may vary and are based on event schedule, more details in interview!


• Requirement: Prior experience in catering or customer service setting, leading events, staff supervisory roles, etc. Please upload your resume with application!


• Fixed Pay Rate: $23.13 per hour

Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Job Summary

Summary

Coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served and cleared in a timely fashion. Prepares and serves food at scheduled functions under the supervision of the Catering Director. May drive a truck to deliver food and beverages to catered functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Determines workload requirements from catering orders.


• Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements; addresses last-minute changes and resolves problems.


• Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.


• Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items.


• Instructs staff on work expectations for catered functions.


• Helps staff set up rooms to desired specifications.


• Assembles and delivers food and supplies to scheduled locations.


• Serves food and beverages to guests.


• Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.


• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.


• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.


• Ensures proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license may be required. Must possess or able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers permit where required by state law.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following 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

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

• Medical


• Vision


• Life Insurance/AD


• Disability Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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 Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely,

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Nearest Major Market: Bellingham

Nearest Secondary Market: Everett

Job Segment: Food Service, Catering, Hospitality