Catering Supervisor Full-time

Dickinson; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a Catering Supervisor to oversee banquet operations and lead a dedicated team. This role involves planning and executing catered events, ensuring high standards of food safety and service quality. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. Join a vibrant community in a city known for its livability, where your contributions will enhance the college's commitment to excellence in dining services. If you are enthusiastic and ready to take on a leadership role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Generous time off

Parental leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement account contributions

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and ServSafe certification.
• Ability to lead and direct a large banquet staff is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of banquet operations and ensure clear expectations.
• Plan equipment needs and timelines for catered events.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.

Dickinson College offers full time employees a broad range of Benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.

In our ongoing efforts to support the health of our community, Dickinson College strongly encourages all members of the campus community to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Position Information

Posting Number: S01717

Position Title: Catering Supervisor

Position Type: Non-exempt

Division: Finance and Administration

Department: Dining Services

Job Summary/Basic Function: The Catering Supervisor will oversee all phases of banquet operations. Must be enthusiastic, possess excellent communication and organizational skills and have an ability to lead and direct a large banquet staff.

• Oversee all phases of banquet operations, ensuring clear expectations and instructions are given to all scheduled staff.
• Plan equipment needs and timelines for a variety of catered events. Delegate responsibilities to catering staff, or work independently to promptly set-up, service and clean up events in various locations on and off campus.
• Determine the ideal time to serve food to ensure the highest quality of services to the customer. Communicate with kitchen staff and the POC of the event as needed.
• Initiate and organize clean-up at the close of each function to utilize time as efficiently as possible.
• Schedule casual catering staff using Microsoft Teams.
• Plan and occasionally lead weekly planning meetings and quarterly all catering staff meetings.
• Inventory and maintain catering equipment, linens, and disposables. Schedule and coordinate rental equipment when necessary.
• Ensure all catering staff adhere to Dickinson Dining Services' highest standards of food safety and alcohol safety.

Preferred Qualifications:

Required: High School Diploma or GED. Must have valid driver's license, ServSafe certification or obtain certification once hired, Tips/ RAMP Trained or willing to certify once hired.

A valid Driver's License is required. Employees (operators) must have been in possession of a valid operator’s license for not less than three (3) years and the license must have been in good standing without interruption during that time period.

Successful candidates will also be required to complete ACT 153 Clearance.

This position is considered "Emergency Staff." As such they may be required to report to work even when the college is closed or is operating under a delayed start.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. This position requires frequent squatting, bending, twisting and driving the catering truck. It requires constant walking, use of both arms and legs, and lifting above the waist. Occasional use of stairs, lifting above the shoulder and ladders.

Work Schedule: Varies depending on Event Schedule including daytime hours, evenings and weekends.

Number of hours/week: 40

EEO/Diversity Statement: The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

Dickinson College

P.O. Box 1773, Carlisle, PA 17013 | [phone]