CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in Wichita Falls, TX is hiring a full-time Catering Captain to coordinate staff schedules and ensure timely service at functions. Responsibilities include directing setup, serving guests, and maintaining HACCP standards under the Catering Director's supervision.

The role may involve driving to delivery sites; prior catering and supervisory experience is preferred, and a valid license or permits may be required by state law.

Qualifications

• Prior catering and supervisory experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license may be required; food handler’s or alcohol server’s permit where required by law.

Responsibilities

• Determines workload requirements from catering orders.
• Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup and changes.
• Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
• Demonstrates understanding of menu items and guides staff on expectations.
• Helps staff set up rooms to desired specifications.
• Assembles and delivers food and supplies to scheduled locations.
• Serves food and beverages and ensures proper presentation and temperatures.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies and utensils.
• Follows approved recipes and production standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Catering supervision

Customer service

Job description

Job Details

• We are hiring immediately for a full time CATERING CAPTAIN position.
• Address: 3410 Taft Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX 76308. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Sunday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior catering and supervisory experience is preferred.
• Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $17.00 per hour.

Job 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 be able to obtain a valid food handler’s permit and/or alcohol server’s 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
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.