Catering Operations Manager

1 day ago


San Francisco, California, United States McCalls Catering & Events Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Catering Captain to join our team at McCalls Catering & Events. As a Catering Captain, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of events and activities, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining a high level of quality in our catering services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, assign, and direct work for catering employees to ensure efficient event execution.
  • Maintain labor costs by adhering to schedules and managing staff effectively.
  • Interact with staff and customers during events, providing excellent customer service and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Assist with event setup, including preparing and arranging event rooms, and requisitioning food and supplies as needed.
  • Attend pre-function meetings to brief on event details and ensure a smooth execution.
  • Comply with Health Department regulations and maintain proper sanitation practices.
  • Provide friendly and courteous customer service at all times, responding to customer inquiries and resolving any issues that may arise.
  • Inventory control, including counting and requisitioning food and supplies, as needed before, during, and after events.
  • Break down tables and banquet equipment after each event, and clean and return catering equipment and serving pieces to proper storage areas.
  • Adhere to strict grooming standards and policies of the company, maintaining a professional appearance at all times.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of two years of client-facing work experience in a service environment.
  • Knowledge of catering services and terminology.
  • Ability to follow directions and effectively perform work.
  • Pleasant personality and neat appearance.
  • Display flexibility and adaptation towards an ever-changing work environment.
  • Motivated, proactive, and hands-on engaged.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills.
  • Ability to speak and understand English well enough to converse with customers, supervisors, and employees.
  • Experience in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Visio preferred.
Working Environment

The Catering Captain will work in a fast-paced environment, with moderate to extreme exposure to noise during events. The position may require working inside and/or outside of the building, with exposure to extreme heat or weather conditions. Vaccination is a requirement of the job, and accommodations due to disability or religious reasons will be evaluated in compliance with prevailing regulations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.



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