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Back of House Manager

Occasions
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Position Title: Back of House Manager

Reports To:

Salary: $65,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

a vision for creating remarkable events

FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY INGREDIENTS. GREAT SERVICE.

Our Approach

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers is a full service catering firm located in Washington DC and had built its premier reputation for flawless execution of elegant events. The Occasions’ team works closely with our clients to design, customize and create remarkable events.

We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect our clients unique style, taste and vision.

Come join our team of inspired professionals and be a part of the unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed our clients expectation and delight in every way.

Job Summary

Working as a Back of the House Manager, you are responsible for all activities in the back of the unit for the account. You will provide leadership and direction to utility and culinary team including hiring, training, developing, coaching and counseling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, purchasing, receiving, food storage and facility maintenance
  • Provides leadership and direction to utility and culinary team including hiring, training, developing, coaching and counseling
  • Oversees inventory, ordering/purchasing, food cost controls, training, sanitation

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum of three years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience
  • High volume purchasing, food storage, inventory control and sanitation experience
  • Self-starter and ability to multitask
  • Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
  • Ability to lift, bend, carry up to 40 lbs., manage proper storage of food items as necessary
  • Strong supervisory, leadership, hands-on management and coaching skills
  • Good communication skills both written and verbal
  • Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
  • Strong financial, budgetary, and food cost control practices
  • Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
  • ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Apply to Occasions Caterers today!


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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Req ID:1407626

Occasions

Gina Barbish

Salary : $65,000

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