Catering Director - Casino jobs in Jacksonville, FL

Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Caterer to join our team. As a Caterer, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of catering operations, including inventory control, banquet preparation, and team management. This is a dynamic role that requires strong leadership skills and a passion for the food industry.

Responsibilities:
- Food production and preparation for Catering Events

- Create, prepare, and design presentation of all food menus

- Maintain consistency and quality in taste and presentation of food for large events

- Communicate effectively with the catering Coordinator to continuously improve execution of high-end events

- Ensure that sanitation practices and kitchen safety standards are followed

- Ensure that the Kitchen operates in a timely manner that meets our quality standards for each catered event

- Communicate effectively with vendors to ensure the best quality to price ratio is met for all ingredients purchased

- Order supplies to stock inventory correctly

- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen

- Resourcefully and creatively solve any issues related to food shortages, food preparation mistakes, and/or additional guests, that may arise. Need to seize control of any problematic situation.

Requirements:
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a similar position
- Vast culinary knowledge and the ability to get creative with various cuisines
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and the ability to create menus accordingly
- Understanding of safe food handling policies and procedures
- Flexible with availability for some offsite catered events
- Excellent communication skills with clients, guests, and coworkers
- Problem solving and critical thinking skills

- Time management and organizational skills

May require passing a cooking and technical skills examination.

If you are passionate about the culinary arts and have experience in the food service industry, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Caterer and contribute to creating memorable dining experiences for our clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Experience level:

• 3 years

Pay rate:

• Hourly pay

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32256: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person