CATERING SUPERVISOR- UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS

Catering Supervisor

The Catering Supervisor at the University of St. Thomas is responsible for directing and responding to guest questions and needs. The supervisor initially reviews event details with the manager. The supervisor meets the staff at the beginning of a shift and checks each staff member in for the event. The supervisor should understand the content of the menu and ensure the timely delivery of food. Strict following of food and safety guidelines are required. The supervisor is responsible for ensuring the execution of area setup and breakdown. The supervisor oversees the breakdown of the event once it is concluded.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meets with the managers before the event to go over details.
• Supervises staff during check-ins and breakdowns.
• Ensures all food and beverage is properly displayed and maintained throughout the event.
• Knowledgeable on all menu offerings.
• Establishes rapport with guests and understands suggestive and upselling techniques.
• Determine where guests would like to eat their meals and help them get situated.
• Thoroughly completes all event set-up and breakdown responsibilities within timelines provided.
• Performs post event product inventory and restocks, as needed.
• Create, modify and close sales checks in point of sale.
• Understands all event paperwork and reports.
• Adheres to location appearance guidelines.
• Maintains service areas.
• Employs good safety and sanitation practices.
• Follows responsible alcohol service policies.
• Stand for long periods of time and be able to actively engage physically with guests.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations.
• Demonstrate physical stamina and agility required to be mobile for long periods throughout the day.
• Lift/move materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Move from sitting to standing position easily and quickly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have 1 year or more of foodservice or hospitality supervisory experience. An outgoing personality is preferred. The candidate should have the ability to interact with high profile guests and remain professional and dedicated to providing exceptional experience. The ability to communicate effectively by speaking and comprehending English, with the ability to problem solve and make decisions with little guidance.

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Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

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