A Catering Lead is a supervisor who handles the overall aspects of the daily work at the catering center. The job description entails interacting with customers, preparing menus, and overseeing the presentation and serving of the food. Other core duties are listed on the Catering Lead Resume as – handling employee issues and training, taking charge of the catering team, providing customer service, responding to complaints, planning menus and order supplies, maintaining an inventory of stock, ensuring compliance with regulations, and being aware of all regulations that apply to the business.
To smoothly manage the catering operations, the individual will need the help of the following skills and abilities – multitasking skills, a great deal of stamina and flexibility, the ability to give clear direction to staff, business skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and experience in improving service delivery. Employers look for resumes with a certificate or diploma in culinary management or hospitality.
Summary : Seeking a Catering Lead position that leverages my capable professionalism, warm hospitality, organisational skills, diligence, and ability to lead personnel in a direction that provides superior work performance and workplace efficiency.
Skills : Education, Attendance, Administrative Assistant, Human Resources.
Description :
Ran the catering department for a large corporate building.
Adjusted and related to all environments from factory employees to executives within a company.
Prepared weekly payroll for employees.
Assisted with the coordination of customer orders and work assignments, including their own, for the preparation, production, presentation and service of various food items to ensure timeliness at a variety of concessions, suites service and catered events.
Prepared specific food items and maintaining the specific equipment and supplies that belong to these stations
Ensured and maintained food standards and health codes at all times; including , HACCP, and NY State Health codes and procedures as well as all NYS liquor authority laws regarding the controls of alcohol at all points of sale.
Operated register and p rocess sales transactions using appropriate procedures for cash, checks, credit cards and meal plan cards by following established security procedures for all cash transactions.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Associates In Applied Science
Catering Lead Resume
Headline : A creative and motivated individual with an appetite to contribute, learn and grow. I possess outstanding skills in Physical Education and Exercise Science. With professional work experiences I have acquired the skill to pay attention to detail while giving my best to my employers. Currently, looking for a position where I can thrive and use my services to help benefit an organisation, business or company.
Prepared, packed and transported catering van in a timely manner.
Responsible for other caterers.
Used Driving large catering van.
Experienced in off-premise catering or concessions operations and ServSafe Certifications are preferred.
Prior experienced with the service and sale of alcohol products is preferred and knowledge of proper sanitation and HACCP procedures helpful.
Assisted with training new and current employees.
Captured written behaviors using the Lead Observation Report to support managerial documentation. Informs employees of current and new company policies and procedures.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's
Catering Lead Resume
Objective : Catering Lead with 8 years of experience in Providing quality customer service by providing one-on-one attention to detail, Overseeing and participating in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control.
Skills : Planning, Managing, Cooking.
Description :
Monitored the quality of the product and service provided.
Managed employees in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer services.
Worked under stress, good at thinking quickly and sorting out problems on the spot, and the ability to stay calm in a crisis.
Ensured that all employees project a positive, approachable, friendly and professional image.
Scheduled employees according to business needs by use of company's time management system, KRONOS.
In charged of most of the on site cooking for events.
Maintained the quality of the food for the highest satisfaction by the customer and guests.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's
Catering Lead Resume
Objective : Catering Lead with 7 years of experience in Managing customer service and daily operations including purchasing, outsourcing and client relations, Interfacing between clients and vendors and exercising strong follow-through communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills. Ac-curating budget tracking and balancing skills. Strongly organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills. Streamlining workflow efficiencies and training others.
Skills : Customer Service, Management, Inventory, Time Management, Interpersonal, Problem Resolution.
Description :
Experienced of maintaining high standards of service and production within the kitchen and other food areas of all major events on campus.
Provided support, motivation and guidance to kitchen staff and chefs.
Assembled and set up catering requests for delivery.
Delivered, set up and served catered events.
Maintained on time delivery schedule for catered events.
Cleaned up and returned catered events to pantries.
Worked with the catering manager to execute prep for events.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BFA In Fine Arts
Catering Lead Resume
Summary : Highly motivated, I am willing to learn and acquire whatever additional competencies might be demanded by the role. In addition, I am knowledgeable in coordinating staff meetings, maintaining personal calendar and acting as primary source of communication with visitors.
Skills : MS Office, Leadership, Customer Service, Ordering Skills.
Description :
Provided professional catering services to executives in a corporate setting.
Maintained and gained clients through professional attitude.
In charged of preparation, set up, timely delivery, and cleanup of catered services.
Assisted Head Chef with inventory, ordering, and marketing of services throughout Cisco RTP campus.
Provided excellent customer service and building relationships.
Ordered via phone and deliver products.
Performed opening and closing duties.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS
Catering Lead Resume
Summary : Performance and goal driven sales professional with marketing and advertisement experience, seeks an opportunity to join a company where I can utilize my varied skill set to promote brand awareness and deliver exceptional customer service.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Bilingual Spanish, Customer Service, Supervisor, Leader, Food Prep.
Description :
Assembled and delivered all food and supplies for catered functions to the scheduled locations.
Represented Bon Appetit in a courteous, friendly and efficient manner, interacting with a diverse and high volume of customer base ensuring satisfaction Setting up and serving buffet tables, food and beverage, according to pre-established catering standards in a professional and courteous demeanor.
Resolved customer complaints in a service oriented manner, demonstrating understanding of menu items.
Provided direct feedback to manager and executive chef.
Handled phone calls, emails, and daily paper work, customer contact with administrators, executives and EBC.
Did prep, production, and delivery for the catering team.
Made catering lead so was in charge of other catering team members when supervisor was not there.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Catering Lead Resume
Objective : As a result of my experience and education, I have learned how to Performing both independently and as part of a team, while being personable yet focused in an effort to contribute cooperative working relationships among management. Be comfortable working in a high stress environment while applying logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Supervised up 20 employees in the running of events for up to 400 people.
Responsible for holding monthly Catering Coordinator meetings, collecting all catering contacts and leads as well as being the point of contact for any and all catering questions from 13 Catering Coordinators.
Observed and directed staff member compliance with wardrobe and grooming standards.
Communicated performance and behavior standards and expectations.
Provided feedback for recognition and performance improvement.
Understood and actively participated in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Knowledged of both front of house and back of house operations.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate In Culinary Arts
Catering Lead Resume
Objective : Manager opportunity with a growth-oriented company that offers challenging responsibilities and the potential for advancement. Certification in Hospitality Management and Culinary. Currently enrolled for my B.S in Business Administration.
Skills : Student Tutoring, Student mentor, Organised, Microsoft word.
Description :
Handled all Catering inquiries and ensure timely follow up on the same business day.
Maintained an accurate filing system for the Catering department.
Prepared all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner to over 500 patrons daily.
Ensured health and safety regulations are strictly observed, recorded and archived.
Supervised all food preparation aspects for catering orders.
Assisted cooks in preparation and service of various foods in assigned work situations including pantry items, salads, soups, sauces, and with pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees.
Followed proper food handling techniques and coordinate the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
CCA In Medical Coding
Catering Lead Resume
Objective : Catering Lead with 2 years of experience in Ensuring timely, efficient meal service; supervising serving of meals, Responds to customer complaints in person at the time of the complaint and via email for electronic complaints, Training employees; assigning and coordinating work of employees to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service.
Scheduled and reviewed daily catering events for deliveries to proper locations.
Communicated with departmental line to ensure success for catered event.
Ensured set ups and clean ups are done in a timely manner.
Prepared all catering equipment.
Coordinated with cook to establish hot food arrangement and timing.
Assisted in preparation of cold food items.
Cleaned equipment and work area.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BA In Psychology
Catering Lead Resume
Objective : To obtain a Catering Lead position in the field of Culinary and/or Hospitality to establish a long and lucrative career working and assisting the public. With my prior customer service and military experience I have nurtured a love, and strong skill set for public service and hospitality. Worked in a wide range of kitchens and restaurants learning how to prepare all manner of recipes and cooking styles including: vegan and vegetarian, gluten free, soul food, jewish cuisine, italian and bread and biscuit baking.
Skills : Microsoft Word, JTS, JCS.
Description :
Ensured equipment is in good working condition and report any malfunctions.
Ensured food is being handled and stored to Hazardous Analysis of Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines.
Organised catering events, pulling weekly catering menus and working with chef on procurement, invoicing, decorations, and risers.
Coordinated directly with customer for set up and menu.
Led a team of internal staff and outside vendors, assign and delegate efficiently.
Worked efficiently in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
Knowledged of food, labor and service (how it's secured, how staff are hired and how events are executed).
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