Catering Manager - Monday to Friday, No Weekends! at Guest Services in Chantilly, Virginia

Job Description:

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Catering Manager - $55,000+/year



Guest Services, Inc. is now hiring a Full-Time Catering Manager for our client location in Chantilly, VA! Candidates must have prior experience with catering and managing a staff of 10 or more.


This position pays $55,000 - $64,000/year, depending on experience.


This position provides benefits such as:

• meal credits towards breakfast and lunch
  
  


• options for medical, dental, vision, etc.
  
  


• amazing 401K matching program
  
  


• paid holidays plus additional paid time off
  
  


• employee discounts at recreational and lodging facilities nationwide

Please note: this location is metro accessible: Fairfax Connector routes 640,642, and 644.


US Citizenship is required for this position. All employees must submit to a federal background check.


This position requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements and maintain Secret Level Clearance.


Apply today to join our All Star Team!



JOB
SUMMARY



The Catering Manager is responsible for supervising the day to day operations of the account to meet the customers' contract expectations; oversees all aspects of special catered events including menu planning, staffing, supervising events, and billing; and is responsible for the overall supervision, staffing, and training of the catering personnel during events.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate all aspects of Catered Events from time of booking to the actual events. This includes soliciting client business, client menu planning, scheduling events, contract pricing, supervising production, staffing events, ensuring customer service, and billing.


• Meet with clients to work out the details of their functions, escorting clients through the venue and highlight features of the facility as well as available services.


• Work as a liaison between client and unit management by communicating all needs of the event to each department.


• Hire, train, and direct catering staff and line personnel to ensure friendly and efficient service.


• Maintain accurate records for all catered events.


• Maintain positive guest relations at all times, resolving complaints in an efficient and timely manner.


• Maintain awareness of safety issues, and report them immediately to your manager.

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent required; Associate's degree in business management, event planning or related field preferred.


• At least 3-4 years experience in Catering/Banquets and/or Food & Beverage Management.


• Strong attention to detail and appealing presentation of all catering event aspects.


• Familiarity with sales and marketing tools.


• Familiarity with all health and safety regulations.


• Strong customer service abilities; actively looks for ways to assist clients and coworkers. Ability to problem solve.


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer applications related to job.


• Excellent organizational skills, able to perform under time constraints and deadlines with attention to detail.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the unit. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.


• Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-35 lbs. frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.


• Ability to stand for up the entire work day.


• Climbing steps regularly.


• Withstanding temperature extremes in indoor and outdoor environments.


• Reading and writing work-related documents in English.


• Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of customers and co-workers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by customers and co-workers in English.


• Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Typical office equipment (computer, fax, scanner, telephone, among others).

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Apply Now