Assistant Catering Manager

Company: Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
Location: Melville
Posted on: September 17, 2023

Job Description:

Don't miss this incredible job opportunity at Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace! These positions are open within the Melville store AREA, including the East Meadow, Massapequa and Smithtown NY stores... CATERING MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Summary The Catering Manager is responsible for supervising the department team and ensuring a successful catering operation. Responsibilities Directs and supervises catering logistics Receives orders from customers via in person or phone conversation, confirming all food items are double checked for accuracy Ensures that all proposals, contacts, menus, correspondence and reports are completed according to Uncle Giuseppe's procedures Event planning and menu design Booking outside vendors for items such as equipment rentals, wait staff and other resources needed for each event Will be responsible for processing online orders Ensuring payments are received Coordinate pick-up and delivery schedule Assist catering manager with clerical needs Assist in setting up and managing in store demonstrations Will assist with deliveries of catered ordered and events as needed Respond to customer complaints immediately or in a timely fashion Develop relationships with customers Process weekly gratuities Other duties and functions as assigned Requirements -- HS Diploma or equivalent -- A minimum of 3-4 years of experience working in a management position in catering, event planning and event management -- Must be proficient with relevant computer programs and operations including MS Office Suite -- Must be familiar with food and beverage cost controls Highly organized with the ability to work under pressure Able to multi-task in a very fast paced environment and delegate tasks as needed Highly motivated to learn and not afraid to make quick decisions During the high season, extended hours, weekends, nights, and holidays ASSISTANT CATERING MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Summary Detailed, organized, and the ability to work under pressure are some of the key functions of the Assistant Catering Manager position. This individual must be well balanced at multitasking and delegating, in addition to being motivated to increase their knowledge in the specialty. During the high season, extended hours, weekends, nights, and holidays are required. Responsibilities Take orders from customers either in person or over the phones, ensuring that the correct amount of food is ordered. Always with a smile! Event planning and menu design Schedule outside vendors for items such as equipment rentals, wait staff and other resources as needed Process online orders, collect and process payments received Coordinate pick-up and delivery schedule Assist catering manager with clerical needs Assist in setting up and managing in store demos As needed, will assist with deliveries of catered ordered and events Respond in a timely fashion to all customer complaints Cultivate and develop relationships with our customers process weekly gratuities Other duties and functions as assigned Benefits We offer an exciting benefits package to all FT-PT employees! Employees would be eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance along with 401(k) Matching. Additionally, all employees will receive Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off as well as Paid Sick Time. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Bonus/Commission: No

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