Catering Experience Manager - Mercersburg Academy

Compass Group; Mercersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team as a Catering Experience Manager, where your leadership will shine in delivering exceptional catering services. You'll coordinate all aspects of catering operations, ensuring each event is executed flawlessly. Your role will involve supervising events, collaborating with chefs, and training staff to provide top-notch service. This position not only focuses on food service but also emphasizes the importance of nutrition education, empowering students to make healthy choices. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values community and sustainability, while enjoying a range of fantastic benefits that support your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of food service experience with 1 year in management.
• Experience in catering and strong financial skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all catering events ensuring smooth operations.
• Collaborate with Chef to create outstanding menus and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Food Service Management

Catering Experience

Budgeting Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

ServSafe Certification

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

FISD

Salary: $75000 - $80000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: N/A

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

Job Summary

As a Catering Experience Manager, you will be at the forefront of delivering premier catering services at Mercersburg Academy. This outstanding opportunity allows you to be part of a dynamic team, where you will efficiently implement and coordinate all aspects of our catering operations. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that every event is driven detailed, from start to finish.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supervises all catering events, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently.
2. Coordinates catering logistics, quality improvement initiatives, and cleanliness protocols.
3. Collaborates with the Chef to build outstanding menus that delight clients.
4. Provides training to catering associates on service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service.
5. Monitors and tracks labor and food costs to ensure budgetary compliance.
6. Maintains outstanding client relationships through effective communication and extraordinary service.
7. Assists with all foodservice-related activities to ensure the highest quality standards.
8. Performs other duties as assigned to support the catering team.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 2 years of food service experience, including 1 year in a management role.
2. Confirmed experience in catering is crucial.
3. Familiarity with food and catering trends, focusing on quality, production, sanitation, and cost control.
4. Strong financial, budgetary, and accounting skills.
5. Proficient in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
6. ServSafe Certification required.

Apply to Flik today!

Flik Independent School Dining is a member of Compass Group USA.

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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik Independent School Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Flik Independent School Dining are offered many fantastic 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)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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.

Req ID: 1405541

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STEPHANIE FREER