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CATERING MANAGER - GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

Compass Group

Fairfax (VA)

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USD 50,000 - 70,000

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Job summary

Compass Group seeks a Catering Manager for the high-volume catering department at George Mason University. This role includes training associates, overseeing events from setup to breakdown, and ensuring client satisfaction during various dining occasions, from casual to VIP events. Join a diverse team and make a meaningful impact in campus dining!

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

  • 2 years in food service, 1 year in management.
  • Experience in catering required.
  • Knowledge of food trends and quality control.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises all catering events.
  • Collaborates on menu creation with chefs.
  • Trains catering associates.

Skills

Customer service
Event supervision
Training

Education

ServSafe Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY - FAIRFAX, VA

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

Filling every occasion with great food and service! We are currently seeking a Catering Manager for a high-volume and premiere catering department at (name of school) in (city, state). Our Catering Manager will be responsible for developing and driving catering solutions to meet our customer needs, while working closely with the Catering Director and Catering Executive Chef on menu development. Events encompass a diverse spectrum, spanning from coffee services to exclusive VIP dining occasions, hosted both on-campus and off-campus. You will be responsible for, but not limited to, training new associates, overseeing event set-ups, and directing any temporary personnel in addition to their everyday assignments. You will ensure outstanding service to clients during events, including proper set-up, cleaning, and breakdown procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Supervises all catering events.

+ Involved in catering events operations, including logistics, quality improvement, sanitation, and all facility-related activities.

+ Works with the Chef in creating menus.

+ Trains catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service.

+ Tracks and monitors the labor and food cost for each event.

+ Communicates on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels; maintains excellent client relationships.

+ Assists in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

+ 2 years of food service experience including 1 year at the management level.

+ Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.

+ Catering experience is required.

+ Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

+ Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills.

+ Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.

+ ServSafe Certification.

Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of shaping exceptional dining experiences at GMU!

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

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.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_ChartwellsHED.pdf) for paid time off benefits information

Req ID: 1418339

Chartwells Higher Education

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