Catering Supervisor

Position: Catering Coordinator and Event Supervisor

Location: Lebanon Valley College

Salary: 16-18/hr (Based on Experience)

Summers Off,

Metz Culinary Management is growing and we have an opening for an experienced Rock Star Catering Manager (preferably in a Higher Education or similar Contract Dining setting) who shares our passion for Food and Service.

To be successful in this role, you should have a personable, polished and professional demeanor, a passion for customer service, as well as good office and computer skills. Catering experience is Necessary. Effectively communicating with all guests and staff in a friendly, courteous and timely manner is essential.

Job Description:

Responsible for coordinating events and supervising the catering staff in the preparation, assembly and setup of catering functions. Lead the catering staff through all phases of events. A successful candidate will be comfortable with catering staff supervision, which involves the preparation, assembly and setup of all catering functions. Work schedule must be flexible. The ability to work in a fast paced environment, excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization and punctuality are needed attributes.

· Assist with efficient operation of the department.

· Computer Skills needed to complete many of these tasks, CaterTrax platform, Microsoft Office suite for floor plan, diagrams, etc.

· Operate and maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

· Maintain department areas in a neat and sanitary manner.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Work events as needed as supervisor of catering staff

· Assist in ordering and planning to production of all catering events for all 3 campus locations of UD Mercy, Main Campus, Law and Dental

· Assist in communicating all orders weekly to the kitchen team for production in any location

· Attend weekly event meetings with Client as needed

· Assist in completing weekly productions diagrams and pull sheets and design catering plan including floor plans, and equipment/supply rentals if needed in coordination with each client.

· Training and interim (short notice) scheduling of catering staff via contact list

· Maintain quality service and quality food presented during service

· Organize and coordinate event timeline, ensuring that the service runs smoothly and efficiently

· Must have reliable transportation from locations of each campus.

· Maintaining inventory of food service and office supplies.
Essential Physical-Mental Functions and Environmental Conditions

• Frequently exposed to moving objects, potential burns, minor skin cuts, and loud noises.

• Able to see objects closely, discriminate colors, perceive depth continuously.

• Able to hear normal sounds with some background noise and distinguish sounds continuously.

• Able to read, write, use simple math, follow and give oral and written instructions.

• Able to properly lift objects weighing 20 lbs. or less continuously; 35 lbs. or less frequently; 50 lbs. or more occasionally. The highest point of any lift - overhead; the lowest point of any lift -the floor.

• Able to carry objects 20 lbs. or less frequently; 35 lbs. or less occasionally; 50 lbs. or less rarely.

• Able to push/pull objects with moderate effort frequently. Maximum effort occasionally.

· Able to sit and/or stand 4 hours continuously, up to 8 hours per day. Able to remain on feet for entire shift.

· Must be able to manipulate small objects with close eye-hand and/or arm hand coordination for entire shift

• Able to understand and relate to specific ideas, generally several at a time, on a continuous basis. Able to understand and relate to concepts behind specific ideas occasionally.

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Metz Culinary Management is a FAMILY-DRIVEN company that collaborates with its partners to deliver RESTAURANT-INSPIRED hospitality to each and every guest.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: Multiple Locations