QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Two to three years of related event catering planning experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Experience in event catering planning, catering flow management, and catering food displays.
3. People person driven attitude who strives to assist clients with top level service.
4. Knowledgeable with using computer software programs including MS Office, Outlook, and Event Planning programs, while willing and able to learn new software programs.
5. Maintain a high level of attention to detail.
6. Facilitate open, direct, positive, and objective lines of communication with others.
7. Able to work in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple tasks calmly, professionally, and dependably.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:                      

261 days

 

SALARY/PAYGRADE:

$24.43/HS-10

Additional $1.00 per hour flex pay will be added to salary, plus phone stipend

Salary (based on verifiable job-related experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the 2024-2025 school year.

                                              

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Coordinate all banquet and catering events at the Berry Center and off site CFISD catered events.
2. Maintain a current inventory of all banquet and catering supplies.
3. Knowledgeable on Catering and Banquet Food and service styles.
4. Checking all catering displays for food quality and appearance.
5. Effectively communicate with all guests, staff, and vendors in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
6. Organize and coordinate event timelines, ensuring that the service runs smoothly and
7. efficiently.
8. Coordinate and execute event décor set-up and breakdown.
9. Experienced with event billing pre and post event.
10. Liaison with vendors and external suppliers.
11. Maintain high personal grooming standards and professional demeanor.
12. Assist catering department with event execution in times of need.
13. Texas Food Handlers Certified
14. Position will require a varied schedule to include holidays, nights, and weekends.
15. Perform other duties as assigned by the Food and Beverage Manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Repetitive hand motions. Frequently work prolonged or irregular hours. 

Frequently required to lift up to at least 60 pounds, bending, stooping, reaching and carrying at shoulder height. Exposure to cold or refrigerated areas. Drive delivery vehicle or van. Frequent districtwide travel.

 

VISION STATEMENT:

The Berry Center Food and Beverage Department will proudly serve CFISD and the community by exceeding your expectations with innovative cuisine, exceptional value and professional service. The success of your event is our most important priority.

 

VALUE STATEMENT:

• We believe all students and guests should have access to meals that will furnish the nourishment required for optimal growth, development, and academic success.
• Our belief is open lines of communication should be maintained between the Food & Beverage department and the students, parents, staff, and community.
• We feel financial responsibility should continue to be practiced by the Food & Beverage department.
• Our Food & Beverage department should support the district (activities) by providing services for special events.
• The Food & Beverage department strives to provide and support professional growth and training opportunities.                                                                      

DEADLINE TO APPLY:      

Until filled.

 

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

 

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

 

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY:

All food service employees must use good body mechanics and follow safe working procedures including infection control.  The employee must report any unsafe condition to a manager or supervisor and demonstrate no on-the-job injuries due to a lack of good safety practices. On-the-job accidents must be reported immediately to the manager or supervisor and an accident report must be completed.

 

DISCLAIMER: 

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter it at any time without notice.