SENIOR CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Commuter Benefits

FSAs

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services at George Washington University is hiring for a full-time Senior Catering Captain. The role entails supervising the Catering Department, preparing and serving food at functions, and possibly driving to deliver items.

Schedule is event-based and compensation ranges from $20.00 to $30.00 per hour. Requirements include prior catering and leadership experience, and a valid driver's license with applicable permits where required by state law.

Qualifications

• Prior catering and leadership experience required.
• Valid driver's license and applicable permits may be required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employees in the Catering Department and assists in the performance appraisal process.
• Determines workload requirements from catering orders.
• Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements and address last-minute changes.
• Assembles and delivers food and supplies to the scheduled catering functions.
• Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to the catering facility.
• Distributes and collects customer comment cards at catered functions.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and serving temperatures.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies and utensils within work area.
• Cleans equipment and workstation; may interact with customers and resolve complaints gracefully.
• Follows sanitation and safety principles in handling food and equipment.

Skills

Catering leadership experience

Job description

Location: George Washington University

• We are hiring immediately for a full-time SENIOR CATERING CAPTAIN position.
• Address: George Washington University, 1918 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20052. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Schedule is event-based and will vary based on business needs; more details are available upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior catering and leadership experience required.
• Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $30.00 per hour.

Job 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:

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

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license may be required. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol server's permit where required by state law.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full‑time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 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:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.