CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; 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 including critical-

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Job summary

Compass Group, North America is seeking a Catering Captain at Winona State University to coordinate catering staff and ensure smooth service for functions. The role involves food preparation, setup, and delivery under the Catering Director's supervision, with potential driving duties for catered events.

The position requires prior catering or restaurant service experience and may require a valid driver’s license and related permits where applicable.

Qualifications

• Prior catering or restaurant service experience is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license may be required; ability to obtain a food handler's permit or alcohol server's permit where required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure timely delivery, serving and clearing.
• Prepares and serves food at scheduled functions under supervision.
• May drive a truck to deliver food and beverages to functions.
• Discusses setup arrangements with function group leaders and handles last-minute changes.
• Interacts with customers, addresses complaints, and ensures menu understanding.
• Instructs staff on work expectations and helps set up rooms to spec.
• Delivers food and supplies to locations and serves guests.
• Maintains serving temperatures, presentation and HACCP standards.
• Keeps equipment and supplies clean and orderly; follows production standards.

Skills

Catering experience

Customer service

Job description

Location: Winona State University

• We are hiring immediately for a full time CATERING CAPTAIN position.
• Address : 175 West Mark Street, Winona, MN 55987. Note: online applications accepted only .
• Schedule : Full time schedule; days and hours may vary, based on event needs. Open availability is preferred. More details upon interview.
• Requirement : Prior catering or restaurant service experience is preferred.
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00per hour.

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

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 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

• 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 Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.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_ChartwellsHED.pdf

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.

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.