CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Catering Captain at a prestigious venue in Washington, DC. This exciting role involves coordinating catering staff, preparing and serving food, and ensuring exceptional customer service at various events. You will be part of a leading provider in dining and event catering, recognized for its commitment to quality and service excellence. Enjoy flexible scheduling, a supportive work environment, and various perks, including free meals and discounted tickets to performances. If you're passionate about hospitality and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free Shift Meal

Discounted Performance Tickets

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage service preferred but not required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain necessary permits.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering staff schedules for timely service.
• Interact with customers and resolve complaints effectively.
• Prepare and serve food at scheduled functions.

Skills

Food and Beverage Experience

Customer Service

Menu Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Education

Valid Driver's License

Food Handler's Permit

Job description

Restaurant Associates

• We have an opening for a full time and part time CATERING CAPTAIN position.
• Location: The Kennedy Center - 2700 F Street North West, Washington, DC 20566. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time and part time schedule. Flexible based on business demands. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous food and beverage experience is preferred, but not required.
• Perks: Free shift meal and discounted performance tickets!
• Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour.

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Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021

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 Restaurant Associates 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

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)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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.