CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Catering Captain, where you will coordinate catering staff and ensure exceptional service at events. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about food and hospitality, offering a vibrant work environment and opportunities for growth. You will prepare and serve food, manage schedules, and interact with clients, ensuring every function runs smoothly. With a focus on training and development, this position is not just a job but a stepping stone to a fulfilling career in the food service industry. Embrace the chance to make a difference in a supportive and engaging workplace!

Benefits

Free Meals

Uniforms and Laundering Service

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and customer service is preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a food handler's permit.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates catering staff schedules for timely service delivery.
• Interacts with customers to resolve complaints and ensure satisfaction.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment and supplies.

Skills

Catering Experience

Microsoft Excel

Customer Service

Education

Valid Food Handler's Permit

Driver's License

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group

• We are hiring immediately for a full time CATERING CAPTAIN position.
• Location: Cravath Swaine & Moore - 2 Manhattan West 375 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10001. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous catering and Microsoft Excel experience is preferred.
  *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

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.

Associates at FLIK 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

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)

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 for paid time off benefits information.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

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.