Catering Manager

Company: Squaxin Island Gaming Enterprise
Location: Shelton
Posted on: August 8, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
Company name: Little Creek Casino Resort Title of position: Catering Manager Position: Full-Time Position Location: Shelton Washington The Catering Manager is responsible for the operation of the catering department. The Catering Manager will operate the catering facility during an event, and also ensure all the preparation is made before, during and after an event. The Catering Manager will work closely with clients to ensure their event is a success, and follow up with the client to get feedback after the event itself as well. Benefits began on the 1st day of the month following your hire date even if you start on the 31st of the month Full-Time Benefits Medical - $25.00 Employee Rate Dental Vision HRA 401K with a company match of up to 6% Vacation/Holiday/Personal/Unpaid/Sick Leave Options FSA - Medical & Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program AFLAC Legal Shield/Identity Shield Free Meals while on Shift Community Vendor Discounts Tuition Assistance Training and Career Development Programs Employee Discounts across Property You can play 18 holes of golf for $50 You can play 9 holes of golf for $3015% discount at the Pro Shop 25% discount at the Spa 15% discount at all restaurants 50% off childcare at the Squaxin Island Childcare Center 6 wks-5 years ($500 month infant care) Plus More!!! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage client relations and maintain employee and vendor relations to run a successful catering facility.
• Assist clients in the planning process, to include room design and layout and may include helping the client find other service providers such as disc jockeys, limousine companies, photographers, videographers etc.
• Maintain a visible presence during an event to answer any questions that may arise and be the central contact during the event. As needed by Banquet Manager.
• Work closely with the Banquet Chef and the client to choose a proper menu.
• Prepare examples of common menus for a client before the meeting and arrange to offer samples of the food at menu planning meetings.
• Coordinate with other departments for special event needs relating to staffing for the food and beverage requirements.
• Ensure staff members follow safe work practices.
• Resolve complaints made by clients and/or employees regarding food and/or service.
• Responsible for ensuring accurate record keeping relating to billing, payroll, and budgets.
• Establish and maintain relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Details all aspects of functions and events including catering, beverage, audio visual and room set up needs.
• Creates room diagrams as needed for special requests.
• Planning for potential scenarios that may arise that could potentially impact the event.
• Maintaining a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events.
• Manage all event logistics and execution of in-person and hybrid events. ADDITIONAL DUTIES
  • Responsible for knowing all events in the property.
  • Attend all mandatory meetings and training.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Display sensitivity to Native American Culture.
  • Operate within the parameters of the Little Creek Human Resource Policies, Departmental Policies and all other applicable regulations.
  • Other duties may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Manages a subordinate supervisor, who supervises employees in the Island Grille Restaurant.
    • Directly supervises non-supervisory employees. Requirements:
      REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
      • High School Diploma or GED
      • Minimum of three years current supervisory experience
      • Minimum of three years Sales and/or Banqueting experience
      • Minimum of three years Food and Beverage experience CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
        • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Squaxin Island Gaming Commission
        • State of Washington Food Handler's Card
        • Class 12 Alcohol Server Permit 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 frequently required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
          • The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
          • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
          • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. CLOSING DATE Open Until Filled For information on Little Creek Casino Resort including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at Little Creek Casino Resort is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. PI187777177

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