CATERING CAPTAIN (PART TIME)

Compass Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Catering Captain to oversee catering operations at a renowned zoo. This part-time role involves managing staff schedules, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and preparing food for various events. You'll interact with customers, resolve issues, and maintain food safety standards. Join a vibrant team that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you have a passion for food service and customer satisfaction, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Free Parking

Zoo Admission

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a banquet captain required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler's permit.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates catering staff schedules for timely service delivery.
• Interacts with customers to resolve complaints and ensure satisfaction.
• Ensures proper food presentation and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Banquet Captain Experience

Customer Service

Food Safety Standards

Education

Valid Food Handler's Permit

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Join to apply for the CATERING CAPTAIN (PART TIME) role at Compass Group USA

• We have an opening for a part time CATERING CAPTAIN position.
• Location: Fort Worth Zoo - 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76110. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Part time schedule. Hours and days may vary; more details upon interview.
• Requirement: At least 2 years of banquet captain experience required.
• Perks: Free parking and zoo admission!
• Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $21.00 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 able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers permit where required by state law.

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.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Services