Catering Department Manager

Company: Chartwells Higher Education - Sacred Heart Univers
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Catering Manager to join our team at Chartwells Higher Education - Sacred Heart University. As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the Catering Department, including training new associates, overseeing event set-ups, and directing temporary personnel. You will ensure proper service to clients during events, including set-up, cleaning, and breakdown procedures.Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all catering events and operations, including logistics, quality improvement, sanitation, and facility-related activities.
• Work with the Chef to create menus and train catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service.
• Track and monitor labor and food costs for each event and communicate with management, clients, and associates.
• Assist in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities and perform other duties as assigned.Requirements
  • 2 years of food service experience, including 1 year at the management level.
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, and/or related food service operations.
  • Catering experience is required, with some knowledge of food and catering trends.
  • Financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills, as well as proficiency in MS Office products and internet.
  • ServSafe Certification is a plus.BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary, opportunities for training and development, a retirement plan, and a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and more. Full-time positions also offer flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, and employee assistance programs.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionChartwells Higher Education - Sacred Heart University is an equal opportunity employer, 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.

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