Catering Coordinator Food Service Department Full Time Rotating

Catering Coordinator Food Service Department Full Time Rotating Full-time Job Shift: Rotating Compensation: USD 23.03
- USD 41.46
- hourly At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive

benefits:
from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Rotating Schedule: 6:00 AM
- 2:30 PM (Rotating Start/End Times)(Works Weekends and Works Holidays) The Catering Coordinator models the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Maintains a professional demeanor communicating clearly to customers via email and/or phone and builds and maintains positive relationships with client groups and colleagues alike. This role serves as backup for the catering administrative assistant and ensures excellent service in all (as defined) catering operations daily. This position may support additional projects and perform administrative tasks such as the completion of customer invoicing, documenting all vendor costs, including linen purveyors, floral or rented equipment, etc. Coordinates catering for meetings or events as needed and meets with all levels of staff throughout the hospital for events. Responsible for timely delivery of catered items (food, beverage, equipment, etc.) Calls/emails customers (as needed) to clarify as necessary and to confirm orders prior to meeting. Responsible for a well-organized “catering room” and its contents, including but not limited to food & equipment. Meets all safety requirements in the catering room ensuring all equipment is clean, sanitized and in optimal condition. Promotes customer satisfaction at each event through providing excellent customer service Daily compliance and adherence to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards. Responsible for the overall catering operation that includes quality and food presentation. Responds to customer feedback to meet customer needs and to enhance catering services. Leads catering operation and staff for specific events which may include booking, costing food and supply items, pricing, and coordinating additional staff and equipment rental as needed. Leads, trains, and potentially scheduled staff, (including temp staff and permanent department staff), for events, based on the needs of the event. High School Diploma 5-10 years of catering experience Proven success in customer service outcomes. Competencies/Performance Expectations: Please refer to NMHC Performance (Standard/Leadership) Competencies. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer
a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception : New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible. #