Assistant Catering Manager

Department

PSO-Cont Ed-Aux-Food Services

Classification Title

Catering Worker II

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Position Summary

Responsible for supervisory work in retail food service. Work involves assisting Georgia Center Banquet Manager in planning, execution, and clean up of all banquet and catering functions. Clerical duties will include the assistance in writing scheduling for banquet staff while staying within budgeted guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Considerable knowledge of foods and their preparation and of the uses and care of dishes, implements, and kitchen utensils.
• Considerable knowledge of health hazards relating to food preparation and service and of effective precautionary.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage preparations; service standards; guest relations and etiquette.
• Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local health safety regulations.
• Plan work schedules, to assign personnel, and supervise the work of subordinates in a manner conductive to full performance while maintaining morale.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and patrons.
• Read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Communicate ideas to employees and respond to routine requests for information.
• Daily operational reports

Physical Demands

Work long hours while standing
Lift, pull/roll at least 30 lbs.
Bend and kneel, and work with hands.
Driving the Georgia Center catering truck or other UGA vehicle may be needed to meet expectations of our guests and clients served offsite.

Duties/Responsibilities

To create and supervise a professional, service oriented team that provides the guest and visitors of the Georgia Center with outstanding food quality and customer service

Percentage of time: 30

To develop, train, implement and manage operational standards that exceed our customers expectations for cleanliness, food presentation, and quality

Percentage of time: 20

Assist Outlet Manager with any operation duties and functions involves handling of cash and credit cards.

Percentage of time: 15

Participate in pre-shift meetings and review all information pertinent to service and operations

Percentage of time: 15

Assist in preparing weekly work schedule for banquet staff

Percentage of time: 15

Ensure all equipment is clean, maintained properly and accounted for daily

Percentage of time: 5