Catering Captain

Compass Group USA; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early access to wages)

Health and Wellness Program

Associate Shopping Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA’s Levy division in Omaha seeks a catering staff member to coordinate event staffing, deliver and clear services, and ensure timely execution of functions.

You will prepare and serve food under supervision, may drive for deliveries, and collaborate with function leaders to adjust setups while maintaining HACCP standards and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality, with benefits including Instapay and health programs.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license may be required.
• Must possess or obtain a valid food handler's permit where required by state law.
• Alcohol servers permit may be required where applicable by state law.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates catering staff schedules and ensures functions are delivered, served and cleared on time.
• Prepares and serves food at scheduled functions under supervision.
• May drive a truck to deliver food and beverages to catered events.
• Discusses setup arrangements with function leaders and resolves last-minute changes.
• Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures per HACCP standards.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment and supplies.

Job description

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

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages, one in which you can learn and grow and be a part of a great team? We're hiring! Great team member perks like Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app.

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

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.

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.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

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

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