CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catering Captain, where you'll coordinate catering staff and ensure exceptional service at events. This role involves preparing and serving food, managing schedules, and delivering a memorable experience to guests. With flexible full-time and part-time positions, you’ll enjoy a variety of perks, including shift differentials and opportunities for promotion. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in catering, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Start your journey with us today and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace!

Benefits

$1.00 Shift Differential

Cross Training Opportunities

Sick Time

Vacation Time

Insurance for Full Time Employment

9 Paid Holidays

Free Shift Meals

Colby Shuttle for Work Transportation

Use of Colby Athletic Center

Uniforms and Safety Shoes Provided

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Must obtain food handler's permit where required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates catering staff schedules for timely service.
• Prepares and serves food under supervision.
• Interacts with customers to resolve complaints.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Food Handler's Permit

Alcohol Server's Permit

Job description

Bon Appetit

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time CATERING CAPTAIN positions.

Location: Colby Catering - 5460 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, ME 04901. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Requirement: No previous experience is required.

Perks: $1.00 shift differential for hours worked after 5:00pm and all day on weekends, Cross training opportunities are available and encourage to prepare associates for promotion, Sick Time, Vacation time, Insurance for Full Time employment, 9 paid holidays, Free shift meals, use of the Colby Shuttle for work transportation, uniforms and safety shoes provided, use of the Colby Athletic Center and more!

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $22.00

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1384903.

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

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:

1. Determines workload requirements from catering orders.
2. Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements; addresses last-minute changes and resolves problems.
3. Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
4. Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items.
5. Instructs staff on work expectations for catered functions.
6. Helps staff set up rooms to desired specifications.
7. Assembles and delivers food and supplies to scheduled locations.
8. Serves food and beverages to guests.
9. Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
10. Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
11. Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.
12. Ensures proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards.
13. 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 Bon Appétit are offered many fantastic benefits.

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.

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.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.