Catering Assistant Jobs in Springfield, MO (NOW HIRING)

Description

About Us:

Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 18 years. Our location at Southern Baptist University in Bolivar, MO, is currently seeking to fill the position of Assistant Catering Supervisor. 

Check us out on the web at www.providerfoodservice.com

Summary

This is a full-time position assisting the Catering Director in planning and executing events. Communicates with managers, chefs and catering staff, prior to, during and after events. Maintains a strong faculty, staff and client relationship in order to provide a positive event experience. Manages and trains catering team on service and hospitality standards

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Event Ordering Process:? Creates requisitions for each event with all event details. Meets with Chef's weekly to verify event details and menu items.
• Event Set-up:? Understands basic buffet and served meal standards. Assists catering team, when needed, for event execution.
• Catering Team Management:? Supervises hourly catering staff to ensure readiness and ability to perform to company standards. Trains on different event styles. Available to answer all questions or concerns that may arise with catering crew and clients. Communicates any issues with behavior or job performance to the Catering Director.
• Disposable & Beverage ordering:? Inventories and orders disposables, beverages,and products accordingly for upcoming event needs. Tracks in-coming orders and verifies correct placement of inventory. Maintains inventory pars and expiration dates.
• Pull Lists and Equipment:? Creates a detailed equipment pull list for each event. Works with staff on pulling and loading all equipment into vehicles. Supervises cleanup and breakdown of events, accounting for safe return of all equipment and supplies. Meets sanitation standards for all equipment post event.
• Scheduling: ?Creates weekly schedule, verifies with Catering Director, and posts schedule. Responsible for day-to-day shift coverage.
• Linen:? Inventories, orders and receives linen weekly from linen company for upcoming events.Organizes and labels linen for staff usage.

Competencies

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:
• Communication- Expresses ideas and thoughts with management and guests; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods. 
• Cooperation - Exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations.
• Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests.
• Conflict Resolution - Encourages open communications; maintains objectivity; keeps emotions under control.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Ability to multi-task is essential.
• Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed. Inspects and administers employee uniform and personal hygiene standards.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Flexible schedule: Days, Nights, Weekends, and Holidays. Always on time and maintains good attendance records.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions;uses equipment and materials properly. 
• Abides to all federal and state government regulations and labor standards.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in catering or the food industry
• Leadership Skills - Proven successful leadership and people skills. Values diversity in the workplace and promotes open communication in a team environment.
• Language Skills - Ability to read and speak English proficiently to effectively communicate with co-workers and guests. Ability to read and speak Spanish is a plus.
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to calculate food/beverage quantities for each event. Keep adequate records of disposable and linen inventory for all events.
• Computer Skills - Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Google Suite. Experience with CaterEase is a plus.
• Reasoning Skills - Ability to apply common sense, understanding, and make independent decisions, based on the needs of an event and the department.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Must maintain a valid driver's license and have a clean driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to climb stairs. May walk/be on feet 4 to 6 hours per day.

What We Can Do For YOU:

• Competitive Pay - up to $19 per hour depending on years of experience
• Sick time and vacation time 
• Medical Benefits for Full Time Team Members
• Free Meals while on shift
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Flexible hours
• We are an E-Verify Employer