CATERING CAPTAIN (FULL TIME)

Restaurant Associates * We have an opening for a full time CATERING CAPTAIN position. * Location: JW Banquets - 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20004. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule: Full time schedule; Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview. * Requirement: Two to four years of previous catering supervisory experience is required. * Fixed Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour. We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1551576. The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email View email address on click.appcast.io. Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to work This is R/A ! Job Summary Summary: Coordinates catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served and cleared in a timely fashion. Prepares and serves 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: * Determines workload requirements from catering orders. * Meets with function group leaders to discuss setup arrangements; addresses last-minute changes and resolves problems. * Interacts with customers and resolves complaints in a service-oriented manner. * Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items. * Instructs staff on work expectations for catered functions. * Helps staff set up rooms to desired specifications. * Assembles and delivers food and supplies to scheduled locations. * Serves food and beverages to guests. * Returns food, beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility. * Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards. * Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils. * Ensures proper food preparation by following approved recipes and production standards. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: * A valid driver's license may be required. Must possess or able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers permit where required by state law. Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: * 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 In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: * Medical * Dental * Vision * Life Insurance/AD * Disability Insurance * Commuter Benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to: * The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer. * The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. * The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques. Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry 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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.