Catering Manager plans, directs, and coordinates catered events for an establishment. Negotiates contracts, assists in the selection of menu items, schedules catering staff, arranges for facilities or equipment, and communicates customer needs to the appropriate personnel. Being a Catering Manager develops and maintains catering accounts by ensuring customer satisfaction before, during, and after the event. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Catering Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Catering Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Catering Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Effect the efficient operation of food service routines and practices associated with a busy food service operation. Provide to all customers attractive refreshments and catered meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
ServSafe Manager Certification or recognized equivalent- or ability to obtain within timeframe
City of Amarillo Food Manager Certification- or ability to obtain within timeframe
Special Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation
Knowledge of food handler safety
Ability to effectively manage time
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new applications
Basic math skills and be able to correctly measure recipe ingredients
Ability to work and communicate effectively with school personnel, students, parents and community groups
Work as a team member and independently
Work Conditions:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard equipment of a school cafeteria kitchen such as but not limited to commercial food mixers, slicers, ranges, ovens, other gas, steam and electrical food preparation equipment, food preparation and service utensils., computer/keyboard, ten key
Posture: Sitting, kneeling, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; prolonged standing and walking
Motion: Full range of motion- frequent exertion of medium force, occasional of heavy force; repetitive motions
Lifting: Occasional exertion of a heavy force of up to 50 pounds and/or frequent exertion of a medium force of 21 to 40 pounds
Environment: Ability to respond to tasks and/or behaviors quickly; exposure to cold up to 15 minutes; exposure to heat long periods of time; high volume of noise; exposure to chemical fumes and cooking odors and vapors; in district travel required
Mental: Maintain professional demeanor under stress; respond to tasks quickly; work initiative; responds effectively to frequent changes in task
Hours: As assigned. Occasional evenings and weekends.
Regular attendance is an essential function
Minimum Experience:
Three years experience in supervision of food service employees, menu planning, food ordering, food service record keeping, and in preparing and serving varied and balanced menus is desirable
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
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