Job Description: Ideal candidate must be highly driven, maintain a positive attitude while working in a fast paced environment. The Events and Catering Lead is responsible for running an event from start to finish, implementing event logistics, and managing and motivating a front of the house team. The Events and Catering Lead’s top priority will be to ensure a successful event that upholds WCS standards while adhering to WCS policies and procedures. Job Responsibilities: Complete event oversight to ensure a high level of service is delivered with consistency throughout pre-planning, load-in, service and break down Supervise staff during all aspects of catered events to ensure high quality service standards and presentations are met Reinforce first class service procedures and departmental standard operating procedures Implement and follow sanitary and safety practices for handling of alcohol, general cleanliness and maintenance of equipment as required by NYDOH and WCS Ability to move catering equipment and vendor related items ensuring proper safety standards within the department Prepare daily staffing assignments, diagrams, and stations for front of the house service Assist in coaching, training, development and supervision of all in house and outsourced staff, to assure success in coordinating flawless events Work closely with Events and Catering Manager & Assistant Managers on all aspects of Events & Catering operations Job Requirements: Two to four years of experience in catering/banquet field, one year in a supervisory capacity Must possess a general knowledge of food and beverage procedures, control, and administration as well as a complete awareness and ability to perform all catering positions ServSafe, NYC Food Handler, ATAP, F-4 and BOH certification preferred Qualification & Experience: Must be able to work independently and/or other team members with limited supervision Must be at least 18 years of age Must have full availability including day shift and night shift hours, weekends and holidays Must be able to work effectively under pressure, follow instructions and meet strict deadlines Must have strong verbal and written communication skills Must be reliable, neat, highly organized, and accurate Must be proficiency in Microsoft office Job Details: Company: Wildlife Conservation Society Vacancy Type: Temporary Job Location: New York, NY, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careersvite.com
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