Catering Captain - Part-Time, Guest Lead (Shift Meal)

Compass Group USA; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary shift meal

Safety shoes provided

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Part-Time Captain, Catering in Seaside, CA. The role coordinates catering staff schedules, assists with setup and service, and ensures all functions are delivered, served, and cleared in a timely fashion.

Open availability is preferred; shifts run 11am–5pm, Monday to Friday with weekends required. A valid driver's license and food handler permit may be required by state law; prior hospitality/catering and customer service experience are essential.

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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates catering staff workload from catering orders.
• Meets with function leaders to discuss setup and changes.
• Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
• Demonstrates understanding of menu items and communicates them to staff.
• 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.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and serving temperatures.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking a Part-Time Captain, Catering in Seaside, CA. The role coordinates catering staff schedules, assists with setup and service, and ensures all functions are delivered, served, and cleared in a timely fashion.

Open availability is preferred; shifts run 11am–5pm, Monday to Friday with weekends required. A valid driver's license and food handler permit may be required by state law; prior hospitality/catering and customer service experience are essential.