What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Driver position at The Varsity?
Requirements:
· Valid GA Driver’s License
· Driver’s history reflecting no pattern of accidents or serious traffic violations
· Able to comfortably drive oversized catering vehicles
· Must pass a risk management insurance DMV check
· Ability to stand and move for 6-8 hours at a time with frequent bending and lifting. Lift and carry up to 30lbs.
· Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
Job Summary:
· Responsible for the preparation, setup, execution, delivery, breakdown, and cleanup for assigned catering jobs
· Load the catering vehicle for assigned jobs according to job inventory, to ensure all ordered food and beverage items ordered are delivered accurately
· Coordinate with restaurant staff assigned to catering jobs regarding job scheduling
· Setup catering vehicle, side items, and optional food items onsite per guest specifications
· Act as a brand ambassador for The Varsity while on the job site – always professional, courteous, and positive with guests
· Serve as the event and crew manager while on the job site, ensuring that all food is prepared and delivered timely
· Resolve guest complaints on-site and alert catering manager to any elevated questions or concerns
· Accept and process customer payment for job onsite
· Breakdown the catering vehicle after job completion, completing product inventory, and cleaning all equipment
· Assist with non-catering assignments as necessary and perform other duties as needed
Position Details
POSITION TITLE: Catering Driver/Manager
Effective Date: January 2023
REPORTS TO: Head Coach (RHC)
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To drive a catering vehicle and manage catering jobs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive catering vehicle to jobs and supervise on-site setup.
- Train & coach the team while on jobs.
- Utilize Varsity Systems to provide a great experience for everyone who books a catering job.
- Implement controls to manage food and cash on catering jobs.
- Represent the Varsity to all persons attending catering events.
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(Additional important duties/responsibilities)
- Meet all operational standards, including vehicle safety, speed of service, food safety and cleanliness.
- Utilize all systems and tools provided to you.
- Receive passing inspection grades on catering vehicles.
- Work all shifts (lunch, dinner, late night & weekends) as required by the business.
- Set an example by maintaining an excellent working knowledge and high level of proficiency in Varsity operations.
- Provide coaching and feedback to the team.
- Personally verify accuracy of all food and paper inventories at the end of every catering job.
- Supervise in accordance with Varsity values, traits and behaviors.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
- Follow all government regulations, employment law, food safety and operations policies and implement all accounting controls.
- Any / all other duties as assigned by the Restaurant Head Coach (RHC).
