Catering supervisor job description
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Example catering supervisor requirements on a job description
Catering supervisor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in catering supervisor job postings.
Sample catering supervisor requirements
- Ability to coordinate catering staff and resources
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Experience in working with vendors and suppliers
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality or related field
Sample required catering supervisor soft skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent customer service skills
Catering supervisor job description example 1
Delaware North catering supervisor job description
Pay rate for the Catering Supervisor position is $20 / hour.
Full-Time positions are offered a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental and vision plans.
- 401k with matching contributions.
- Other optional benefits upon meeting eligibility requirements.
Some location may implement a vaccination requirement in the future if required by federal, state, local law.
Responsibilities- Train and supervise catering associates and observe job performance.
- Ensure catering associates properly prepare catered events for guests; conduct walk-throughs to check for any issues.
- Ensure all food presentations and displays meet company standards.
- Ensure responsible alcohol service and reports any violations.
- Answer guest questions regarding food preparation or ingredients, service, or billing.
- Resolve guest complaints, with the assistance of the department manager.
- Ensure that all workstations, pantries, and storerooms remain clean and sufficiently stocked; ensures replacement stock is ordered.
- Ensure all sanitation practices are used and Department of Health guidelines are followed.
- Must be 21 years old and have a minimum of 6 months to 1 year of service experience in a hotel, full-service restaurant, catering facility, or club environment required.
- Excellent guest service skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and able to follow job procedures and manager instructions.
- Ability to work accurately, efficiently, and courteously in a high-pressure environment.
- Good leadership and training skills; ability to teach others as well as delegate tasks.
- Good communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with guests, and retain and communicate menu information and service preferences.
- Basic math skills; ability to accurately account for cash and inventory.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for set-up, service, and clean up.
- Ability to stand and walk for the entire length of shift, including walking up and down stairs and lifting as the work duties demand.
- Ability to work in variable outdoor temperatures required.
1st Shift
2nd Shift
3rd Shift
Holidays
Weekends
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our associates discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, associates receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.
At Delaware North, you'll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it's in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there's no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.
Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.
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Catering supervisor job description example 2
Tatte Bakery & Cafe catering supervisor job description
We strive to inspire, care for and nurture life. Every day. The Catering Supervisor understands, embraces, and embodies this purpose as the face of Tatte with our Catering Clients and supports all facets of catering operations and is dedicated to delivering a warm, authentic and inspiring experience for both clients and team members, thoughtful leadership, and overall Catering Kitchen performance. The Catering Supervisor works side by side with all catering kitchen team members to drive total Catering Kitchen quality, standards and performance, and is passionate about delivering on the smallest details to uphold and grow the Tatte brand.
Summary of Responsibilities includes (but is not limited to):
+ Supports the GM in ensuring that the day-to-day operations run smoothly, including but not limited to opening and/or closing the business
+ Engages in authentic, warm client interactions and instills great service in team
+ Demonstrates people performance management skills
+ Exhibits and maintains an excellent working knowledge of standard operating procedures simultaneously while leading team members through execution (including shift tasks/routines and facility upkeep) and ongoing training on product specifications and the Tatte story
+ Continuously upholds Tatte brand and visual standards across all parts of the business
+ Ensures food safety, adhering to all food safe processes and standards and promptly resolving any deviations.
+ Supports the GM in the effective and accurate communication of new product, service and operational information.
+ Contributes to food, labor and controllable costs that are consistently within company guardrails
+ Helps GM to own Catering Kitchen administrative requirements
+ Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions / Essential Functions:
+ Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays as well as emergency responsiveness as required
+ Able to work eight to ten hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, sit, squat or walk for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs, and read
+ Able to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Position Requirements:
+ Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, ever changing work environment
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills
+ Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
+ High integrity and professionalism
+ High School education or equivalent
Preferred Skills:
+ Minimum 6 months experience working as a supervisor in a high-volume, full service and/or polished fast casual restaurant, or catering production facility
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
+ Previous experience working with UltiPro, Toast - POS System, CrunchTime/TeamworX
+ ServSafe and Allergen Certifications
+ Proficient in Spanish
Summary of Responsibilities includes (but is not limited to):
+ Supports the GM in ensuring that the day-to-day operations run smoothly, including but not limited to opening and/or closing the business
+ Engages in authentic, warm client interactions and instills great service in team
+ Demonstrates people performance management skills
+ Exhibits and maintains an excellent working knowledge of standard operating procedures simultaneously while leading team members through execution (including shift tasks/routines and facility upkeep) and ongoing training on product specifications and the Tatte story
+ Continuously upholds Tatte brand and visual standards across all parts of the business
+ Ensures food safety, adhering to all food safe processes and standards and promptly resolving any deviations.
+ Supports the GM in the effective and accurate communication of new product, service and operational information.
+ Contributes to food, labor and controllable costs that are consistently within company guardrails
+ Helps GM to own Catering Kitchen administrative requirements
+ Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions / Essential Functions:
+ Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays as well as emergency responsiveness as required
+ Able to work eight to ten hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, sit, squat or walk for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs, and read
+ Able to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Position Requirements:
+ Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, ever changing work environment
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills
+ Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
+ High integrity and professionalism
+ High School education or equivalent
Preferred Skills:
+ Minimum 6 months experience working as a supervisor in a high-volume, full service and/or polished fast casual restaurant, or catering production facility
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
+ Previous experience working with UltiPro, Toast - POS System, CrunchTime/TeamworX
+ ServSafe and Allergen Certifications
+ Proficient in Spanish
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Catering supervisor job description example 3
Legends Hospitality catering supervisor job description
LEGENDS
Founded in 2008 as a hospitality management company, Legends has transformed into a holistic experiential services agency with more than 1,200 full-time and 30,000 seasonal team members globally. Legends has three core divisions operating worldwide: Global Planning, Global Sales and Hospitality, offering clients and partners a 360-degree platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment.
Raymond James Stadium
Legends is the official hospitality partner of Raymond James Stadium, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The partnership includes overseeing the Raymond James Stadium food and beverage program development and management for concessions, suites and premium areas for all game days, concerts, special events and any food and beverage related activations for the iconic Pirate Ship. Join us in elevating the fan experience through unparalleled guest service and pride to make Raymond James Stadium one of the best stadiums in the NFL.
Banquet/Catering Supervisor
Reporting directly to the Catering Manager, the Catering Supervisor position is responsible to oversee the set-up and breakdown for assigned catered events and to supervisor the assigned staff to ensure they are following all process and procedures and are meeting the service expectations of the client and their guests.
Primary Responsibilities
+ Responsible for the operation of their assigned event or area on game day.
+ Deliver pre-shift meeting, communicating event details from the BEO.
+ Supervise catering team during the set-up and breakdown of the event, assigning tasks to staff.
+ Ensure that assigned team is following all process and procedures and that Legends Service Standards are being met
+ Ensure that all equipment and back up product is stocked prior to event start time
+ Responsible for tracking temperature logs for hot boxes and coolers and walk-in coolers at the start, during and at the end of every event.
+ Ensure Krewe Members are continually replenishing buffet lines, and beverages during the entire event.
+ Responsible for documenting starting and ending inventory and ensuring that bartenders are following the proper procedures to count inventory.
+ Ensure that Krewe Members are using the proper equipment needed for break down (gloves, proper sanitation product to wipe down equipment and area).
+ Submit event documentation at the end of the event to the Catering Manager
+ Adhere to the Legends Uniform and Grooming guidelines and ensure Krewe Members are doing the same.
+ Other duties as assigned
Requirements
+ Strong organizational and time management skills
+ Possesses excellent guest service skills
+ Can effectively communicate and relate to all levels within the organization; creates and builds positive and productive relationships
+ Maintain high standards of food service and appearance and have a high level of guest satisfaction awareness
+ Must be able to obtain food safety and responsible alcohol service certifications
+ Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Must have at least one-year experience in a food and beverage leadership role.
+ Must be able to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays
+ Must be available for all Tampa Bay Buccaneers and USF Games and major Stadium events
+ Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks including constant reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time
+ Must have the ability to lift, push, pull approximately 50lbs as well as stand or walk for long periods of time.
+ Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time while navigating ramps, stairs and elevators.
+ Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and additional job specific safety training
Legends is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or genetic information.
Qualifications
Education
Preferred
+ High School or better in Other
+ Some college or better in Other
Founded in 2008 as a hospitality management company, Legends has transformed into a holistic experiential services agency with more than 1,200 full-time and 30,000 seasonal team members globally. Legends has three core divisions operating worldwide: Global Planning, Global Sales and Hospitality, offering clients and partners a 360-degree platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment.
Raymond James Stadium
Legends is the official hospitality partner of Raymond James Stadium, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The partnership includes overseeing the Raymond James Stadium food and beverage program development and management for concessions, suites and premium areas for all game days, concerts, special events and any food and beverage related activations for the iconic Pirate Ship. Join us in elevating the fan experience through unparalleled guest service and pride to make Raymond James Stadium one of the best stadiums in the NFL.
Banquet/Catering Supervisor
Reporting directly to the Catering Manager, the Catering Supervisor position is responsible to oversee the set-up and breakdown for assigned catered events and to supervisor the assigned staff to ensure they are following all process and procedures and are meeting the service expectations of the client and their guests.
Primary Responsibilities
+ Responsible for the operation of their assigned event or area on game day.
+ Deliver pre-shift meeting, communicating event details from the BEO.
+ Supervise catering team during the set-up and breakdown of the event, assigning tasks to staff.
+ Ensure that assigned team is following all process and procedures and that Legends Service Standards are being met
+ Ensure that all equipment and back up product is stocked prior to event start time
+ Responsible for tracking temperature logs for hot boxes and coolers and walk-in coolers at the start, during and at the end of every event.
+ Ensure Krewe Members are continually replenishing buffet lines, and beverages during the entire event.
+ Responsible for documenting starting and ending inventory and ensuring that bartenders are following the proper procedures to count inventory.
+ Ensure that Krewe Members are using the proper equipment needed for break down (gloves, proper sanitation product to wipe down equipment and area).
+ Submit event documentation at the end of the event to the Catering Manager
+ Adhere to the Legends Uniform and Grooming guidelines and ensure Krewe Members are doing the same.
+ Other duties as assigned
Requirements
+ Strong organizational and time management skills
+ Possesses excellent guest service skills
+ Can effectively communicate and relate to all levels within the organization; creates and builds positive and productive relationships
+ Maintain high standards of food service and appearance and have a high level of guest satisfaction awareness
+ Must be able to obtain food safety and responsible alcohol service certifications
+ Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Must have at least one-year experience in a food and beverage leadership role.
+ Must be able to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays
+ Must be available for all Tampa Bay Buccaneers and USF Games and major Stadium events
+ Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks including constant reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time
+ Must have the ability to lift, push, pull approximately 50lbs as well as stand or walk for long periods of time.
+ Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time while navigating ramps, stairs and elevators.
+ Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and additional job specific safety training
Legends is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or genetic information.
Qualifications
Education
Preferred
+ High School or better in Other
+ Some college or better in Other
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024