CATERING OPERATIONS COORDINATOR (FULL TIME)

Location: GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Address: Concessions & Events at GWU 1918 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052 Schedule: Full Time; shifts may vary with business needs, open availability. Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour. Job Summary Coordinate catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served and cleared in a timely fashion. Prepare and serve 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 Determine workload requirements from catering orders. Meet with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements; address last‑minute changes and resolve problems. Interact with customers and resolve complaints in a service‑oriented manner. Demonstrate complete understanding of menu items. Instruct staff on work expectations for catered functions. Assist staff in setting up rooms to desired specifications. Assemble and deliver food and supplies to scheduled locations. Serve food and beverages to guests. Return food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to the catering facility. Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and maintenance of serving temperatures; follow HACCP standards. Maintain sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils. Ensure proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications A valid driver’s license may be required. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler’s permit and/or alcohol server’s permit where required by state law. Benefits Opportunities for Training and Development 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 Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/AD Disability Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 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. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While intended to reflect the position accurately, the Company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions based on business necessity. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services