Food Service Worker - Chick-Fil-A-Norfolk State University

Overview

Embark on an exciting career journey as a Catering Supervisor at Norfolk State University Chick-fil-A , where you will spearhead the planning, coordination, and execution of catering services within our vibrant dining facility. Bring your passion for culinary excellence and exceptional service to create memorable experiences for our college community.


Responsibilities

• Set up event venues per client specifications, arranging furniture, decor, and equipment.
• Serve food and drinks in accordance with portion, presentation, and quality guidelines, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Engage with guests, providing menu information, addressing inquiries, and accommodating special requests for a positive dining experience.
• Maintain event cleanliness by clearing tables, cleaning utensils, and resetting for subsequent event phases.
• Assist in post-event cleanup, returning the venue to its original state as directed by the event organizer or catering manager.
• Requires 50-55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate

Qualifications

• Previous catering or event planning experience.
• Leadership experience with effective team management.
• Strong customer service skills to meet client expectations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective teamwork.

Who We Are:

Norfolk State University is a historically Black university located in Norfolk, Virginia, USA. Established in 1935, it has a strong commitment to providing accessible and quality higher education to African American students. Norfolk State offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, focusing on academic excellence, research, and preparing students for leadership roles in their communities and beyond.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.