Catering Captain

1 week ago


Tarrytown, United States FISD Full time

We are hiring immediately for a full time **CATERING CAPTAIN **position.
- ** Schedule**: Full time schedule. Days and hours are based on catering events. More details upon interview
- ** Requirement**: Previous catering experience is required.
- ** Perks: Free shift meal Parking Holidays and summer off Close to mass transit**
- _Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available_
- ** Pay Range**: $18.00 to $22.00

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today

**Flik Independent School Dining** has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice - we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in **nourishing the whole person, creating community** through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

**We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.**

**Job Summary**:
**Summary**: Coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served and cleared in a timely fashion. Prepares and serves food at scheduled functions under the supervision of the Catering Director. May drive a truck to deliver food and beverages to catered functions.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Determines workload requirements from catering orders.
- Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements; addresses last-minute changes and resolves problems.
- Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner.
- Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items.
- Instructs staff on work expectations for catered functions.
- Helps staff set up rooms to desired specifications.
- Assembles and delivers food and supplies to scheduled locations.
- Serves food and beverages to guests.
- Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
- Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
- Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.
- Ensures proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards. 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 FISD are offered many fantastic benefits.**

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

**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)

**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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

FISD maintains a drug-free workplace.