Catering Team Lead

2 weeks ago

Sewanee TN United States Sewanee: The University of the South Full time
Position Overview

Primary Function:
The purpose of the Catering Team Lead is to organize and coordinate the set-up, service, and breakdown for all food and beverage functions; maintain communication with Catering Supervisor ensuring complete guest satisfaction; in charge of proper training of on-call and temporary staff under the guidance of the Catering Supervisor.


Career Band: NE5

Position Description

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:

Assists the Management staff with all aspects of the dining and catering program.Lead and help train on-call and temporary staff per eventKeep event sheets updated and maintained dailyEnsure proper timing, quality, and consistency of all dining and catering events including but not limited to moving tables, and chairs, and assisting with table settings.Ensure that dining and catering equipment is maintained and properly operated including but not limited to vehicles, serviceware, and other University property.Ensure food safety and sanitation (ServSafe) standards are followed and maintained before, during, and after service. Ensure that all food is presented in an appealing manner throughout the entire service period.Supports management team in reducing food waste and supply waste.Maintain production logs and recorded temperatures of food regularly as instructed by management.Set up dish machine, fill dish machine tanks, and check chemical levels in preparation for washing dishes.Load and unload dishes, glasses, flatware, and catering equipment safely and securely into catering vehicles for transport.Transport clean dishes, glasses, and flatware on-site and to/from catering storage for use.Assists the Management staff with all aspects of the dining and catering program.Lead and help train on-call and temporary staff per eventKeep event sheets updated and maintained dailyEnsure proper timing, quality, and consistency of all dining and catering events including but not limited to moving tables, and chairs, and assisting with table settings.Ensure that dining and catering equipment is maintained and properly operated including but not limited to vehicles, service ware, and other University property.Ensure food safety and sanitation (ServSafe) standards are followed and maintained before, during, and after service. Ensure that all food is presented in an appealing manner throughout the entire service period.Supports management team in reducing food waste and supply waste.Maintain production logs and recorded temperatures of food regularly as instructed by management.Set up dish machine, fill dish machine tanks, and check chemical levels in preparation for washing dishes.Load and unload dishes, glasses, flatware and catering equipment safely and securely into catering vehicles for transport.Transport clean dishes, glasses, and flatware on-site and to/from catering storage for use.Set up garbage cans to receive trash and compost bins for compostable materials. When trash cans are full, bring trash to the appropriate outside receptacles.Sweep and mop the dish room, all catering storage areas, and serving area floors.Wash doors, walls, and windows as directed.Wash pots and pans in the three-compartment sink. Set up three-compartment sink in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, Servsafe, and TN Health Dept. standards.Clean and maintain on-site and catering storage facility tables and floors.Maintain catering standards. Other duties as assigned.

Machines & Equipment Used:

  • Catering Specific Equipment;

  • rolling hot boxes,

  • ice bins,

  • box trucks,

  • liftgates,

  • vans,

  • LSV's,

  • hand trucks,

  • chair dollies,

  • table dollies,

  • food dollies,

  • chafing fuel,

  • butane lighters,

  • portable propane cooking equipment and

  • rolling racks.

Equipment in an institutional kitchen;

  • combi ovens,

  • chargrill,
  • fryer,
  • kettles,
  • food processors,
  • griddle,
  • hot hold,
  • cold hold,
  • induction cookers,
  • steam table lines,
  • propane grill,
  • dish machine,
  • tray return conveyor system,
  • beverage machines,
  • floor cleaning machine,
  • various knives,
  • cutting boards,
  • slicers, and
  • dicers.

Budgetary Responsibility: None

Personal Interaction/Communication:

Student Contact: Limited interaction with students at catered meals. Internal: Regular interaction with staff, faculty, and guests. External: Regular interaction with guests, alumni, and other members of the campus community. Attributes of a Successful Candidate

Education:

Some high school course work; High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

Previous food service/catering experience is required.

Job-Related Skills:

Time management skills, ability to work independently.

Licenses & Certifications:

Servsafe Management Certification or acquire within 6 months of hire. Must have a valid Tennessee driver's License.

Supplemental Information

Confidential Information:

Related personnel information.

Working Environment:

  • High-volume kitchen,

  • remote catering event sites,

  • catering sites can be outdoor/indoor events in all types of weather,

  • heavy equipment,

  • cold storage,

  • hot storage,

  • sometimes slippery floors,

  • loading docks and truck beads,

  • high volume fast-paced work environment.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time,

  • Must be able to walk for extended periods of time,

  • Must be able to push and/or pull objects,

  • Must be able to lift between 21-50 pounds (Medium work),

  • Must be able to carry between 21-50 pounds (Medium work).



Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.

DEI Institutional Statement:At the University of the South, our commitment to inclusion and belonging is grounded in our core values of community, courage, flourishing, and inquiry. We seek to build a community enriched by our diversity and centered on equity, justice, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of the South is an equal-opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.

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