Lead Catering Captain — Expert Event Food Service

Compass Group USA; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

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Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Oregon Zoo catering captain to coordinate staff, prepare and serve food at functions, and ensure timely service. The role may involve driving to events and maintaining sanitation and HACCP standards.

You will work under the Catering Director to meet guest expectations and manage setup and service at each function. Qualified candidates may need a driver’s license and state-permitted food handling and alcohol server credentials where required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license may be required where state law applies.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a food handler’s permit where required by state law.
• Alcohol servers permit may be required where state law applies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering staff workloads to ensure timely service at functions.
• Prepare and serve food under supervision of Catering Director.
• May drive a truck to deliver food and beverages to events.
• Meet with function leaders to discuss setup and resolve changes.
• Interacts with guests to address complaints and ensure satisfaction.
• Ensure proper food presentation, portions, and temperatures per recipes.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Food handler's permit

Alcohol servers permit

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking an Oregon Zoo catering captain to coordinate staff, prepare and serve food at functions, and ensure timely service. The role may involve driving to events and maintaining sanitation and HACCP standards.

You will work under the Catering Director to meet guest expectations and manage setup and service at each function. Qualified candidates may need a driver’s license and state-permitted food handling and alcohol server credentials where required.