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• We are hiring immediately for a CATERING MANAGER position.

• Location: Fort Lewis College; 1000 Rim Drive. Durango, CO 81301. Note: online applications accepted only.

• Schedule: Full time; must be able to work a varied schedule. More details are available upon interview.

• Details: The catering manager will assist in managing the day-to-day catering operations. They will support event types ranging from small deli buffets to high-end gourmet plated dinners varying in size from 20-1,500 guests. We also have a variety of venues ranging from small boardroom luncheons to formal sit-down banquets. Most events in a casual setting are between 20-50 guests. They will create and distribute catering forms to all teams, lead and direct a small team of catering staff, plan and staff accordingly to meet the event's needs while meeting budgeted goals, create and manage catering invoices, work well amongst the team to successfully execute multiple events, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Requirement: Catering and event planning experience; must be able to manage bars and be responsible for safely and efficiently managing the process of alcohol purchasing and storage. Must be able to manage multiple events per day/week. Must be professional and presentable to meet with a variety of clients. TIPS certification preferred.

• Reports to: General Manager

• Pay Range: $55,000-70,000 per year

  Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a powerful thing. Food brings people together and food creates memories.

  Fresh Ideas encourages creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams ! Our diverse teams enjoy a workplace where creativity, openness and innovation flow free and new, Fresh Ideas are encouraged. Our team-members are excited about creating delicious, unique and engaging dining experiences for our guests.

  Fresh Ideas offers a full benefits package, flexible schedules that respect one of our core values, work life balance, and ongoing training and development opportunities. This, along with our rapid growth, means accelerated promotion opportunities for every motivated Fresh Ideas team member!

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Job Summary

Summary: As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Catering Department in all duties including training new associates, overseeing event set-ups, and directing any temporary personnel in addition to their everyday assignments. You will ensure proper service to clients during events, including proper set-up, cleaning, and breakdown procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises all catering events.

• Involved in catering events operations, including logistics, quality improvement, sanitation, and all facility-related activities.

• Works with the Chef in creating menus.

• Trains catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service.

• Tracks and monitors the labor and food cost for each event.

• Communicates on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels; maintains excellent client relationships.

• Assists in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of food service experience including 1 year at the management level.

• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.

• Catering experience is required.

• Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

• Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills.

• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.

• ServSafe Certification.

  Associates at Fresh Ideas are offered many fantastic benefits:

• Vacation

• Colorado Paid Sick Time

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Fresh Ideas maintains a drug-free workplace.