Catering Manager, Full-time (PennWest Clarion University)

AVI Foodsystems; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family culture

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

A food service company is seeking an energetic Catering Manager for their operation at PennWest Clarion University. The role includes coordinating catering orders, managing event services, and leading a team. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in operational management and knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment. The position offers a family culture, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) with a generous company match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of operational management experience in catering.
• Knowledge of online catering modules preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision making ability.
• Ability to lead, supervise, train and coordinate the catering team.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive catering orders and coordinate service.
• Ensure preparation and delivery of catering items.
• Schedule team members for events.
• Maintain budget for food and labor costs.
• Ensure high quality products and service.
• Follow up on catered events.
• Engage with individuals at all levels.
• Oversee delivery vehicles.

Skills

Operational management experience

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Team leadership

Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Catering Manager, Full-time (PennWest Clarion University)

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Catering Manager Full-time at PennWest Clarion in Clarion, PA. Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Responsibilities

• Receive catering orders and coordinate service with individual customers; work with the customer for planning of the event, ensure accurate cost effective pricing
• Ensure preparation, delivery, and display of hot and cold catering and/other prepared items are completed
• Schedule team members to ensure appropriate coverage and service for events
• Maintain budget in all financial areas including food, labor, and other operating costs
• Ensure high quality products and service
• Follow up on all catered events
• Work with management team regarding menu concepts and special events
• Professionally engage with individuals at all levels at the account
• Oversee the care and operation of delivery vehicles

Requirements

• 2 or more years of operational management experience in the catering field
• Knowledge of online catering modules preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision making ability
• The ability to lead, supervise, train and coordinate the catering team
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment
• ServSafe Certification preferred
• Professional image

Benefits

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Food and Beverage Services

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