Catering Chef/Instructor

3 weeks ago


Madison, United States IRWIN A AND ROBERT D GOODMAN COMMUNITY CENTER Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Job Title: Catering Chef/Instructor

Department: Catering Kitchen

Reports To: Assistant Director of Food & Nutrition, and Director of Hospitality & Events Services

Position Type: Regular, Full time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $50,960

Benefits: Eligible

Direct Reports: Catering Assistant

Last Modified: August 2024

Requirements:
  • Prepare clear shift plans and instructions for BOH event staff to ensure proper execution of catering menu for each event.
  • Work with Hospitality and TEENworks management to provide training, supervision, and mentorship to teen staff in order to create excellent food, service, and maintain cleaning standards.
  • Support teens’ ongoing success with prompt and constructive feedback.
  • Work with Catering Line Cook [AB1] [AB2] to inventory, rotate, and order supplies for back of house operations.
  • Maintain recipe records and costing to facilitate teen education and kitchen operations
  • Maintain food cost at or below 28% of revenue costs.
  • Maintain food safety standards and documentation.
  • Scheduling teens and Catering Line Cook
  • Foster a team environment between both the Catering front of house and TEENworks by always maintaining professional, respectful communication and collaboration.
  • Attend weekly catering meeting and other meetings as required.
  • Evaluate & update menus.
  • Provide backup support to Program Kitchen when needed.

Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of experience in BOH catering and/or banquet setting
  • At least 2 years of management experience
  • Must have a ServSafe Manager Level Certification or be able to obtain one within 60 days of employment
  • Experience creating and scaling recipes
  • Ability to work with and train diverse teens
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills: Outlook, Word, & Excel.
  • Valid Driver’s license and transportation.
  • Ability to stand/walk entire shift; ability to lift 50 lbs., reach overhead, bend, squat, twist, reach, grasp, pinch, and grip

Special Position Requirements

  • Calm and instructive demeanor
  • Positive attitude
  • Flexible
  • Prompt and dependable
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Open availability, including regular work on nights & weekends

Preferences

  • Graduate of a culinary program
  • Experience working in an education or training setting
  • Experience scheduling, ordering & inventory
  • Experience & understanding of Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) practices
  • Knowledge of state and federal minor employee laws

Benefits

  • Goodman Community Center offers generous health and dental plans as well as vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan, and a team member assistance program.
  • Free onsite childcare for all employees upon hire, pending program availability (ages 3+)
  • Free access to on-site Lussier Fitness Center with personal training
  • Employee discount on room rental
  • Generous PTO (200 hours prorated in your first year of service)




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