Catering Operations Lead

Compass Group USA

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 29,000

Full time

27 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Free bus pass
Free parking
One free meal during shift
Discounted work shoes

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Catering Captain in Greensboro, NC. The role coordinates catering staff schedules, ensures timely service, and may involve driving to function sites. The position emphasizes food preparation, serving, and maintaining quality standards under supervision.

Ideal candidates bring prior catering or food service experience; Serv Safe and related permits are a plus. Full-time hours with benefits and opportunities for growth are offered at this busy hospitality operation.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Previous Food Service/Catering experience a plus; Serv Safe certification a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure 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.
  • Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
  • Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items.
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.

Skills

Catering experience

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking a Catering Captain in Greensboro, NC. The role coordinates catering staff schedules, ensures timely service, and may involve driving to function sites. The position emphasizes food preparation, serving, and maintaining quality standards under supervision.

Ideal candidates bring prior catering or food service experience; Serv Safe and related permits are a plus. Full-time hours with benefits and opportunities for growth are offered at this busy hospitality operation.

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