SENIOR CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Compass Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Catering Captain to lead their catering operations. This role involves supervising staff, preparing and serving food at various functions, and ensuring exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for coordinating catering orders, managing logistics, and maintaining high standards of food presentation and safety. Join a dynamic team that values your contributions and offers a supportive environment. If you have a passion for food service and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience preferred for managing food service.
• Valid driver's license and food handler's permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Catering Department employees and manage food delivery.
• Ensure proper presentation and sanitation of food at events.

Skills

Catering Experience

Customer Service

Sanitation Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Food Handling Equipment

Delivery Truck

Job description

Restaurant Associates

+ We have an opening for a full time SENIOR CATERING CAPTAIN position.

+ Location: Citadel - 131 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60603 Note: online applications accepted only.

+ Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday - Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

+ Requirement: Previous catering experience preferred.

+ Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this role, you can refer them to this position and potentially earn an Employee Referral Bonus!

Job Summary

Summary: Supervises Catering Department employees. Prepares and serves food at functions under the supervision of the Catering Director. May drive a truck to deliver food and beverages to catered functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supervises employees in the Catering Department. Assists in the performance appraisal process.
2. Determines workload requirements from catering orders.
3. Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements, addresses last-minute changes and resolves problems.
4. Assembles and delivers food and supplies to the scheduled catering functions.
5. Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
6. Distributes and collects customer comment cards at catered functions.
7. Ensures proper presentation, portion control and serving temperatures.
8. Maintains sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies and utensils within work area.
9. Cleans equipment in a timely fashion; thoroughly cleans workstation before leaving the area for other assignments.
10. Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and service-oriented manner; relays relevant customer concerns to supervisor.
11. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ A 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.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

1. Retirement Plan
2. Associate Shopping Program
3. Health and Wellness Programs
4. Discount Marketplace
5. Identity Theft Protection
6. Pet Insurance
7. Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

1. Medical
2. Dental
3. Vision
4. Life Insurance/AD
5. Disability Insurance
6. Commuter Benefits
7. Employee Assistance Program
8. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.