Senior Catering Captain

Schedule: Full Time (days, evenings, weekends & holidays as needed)

Pay
: $21.11 - $24.55/hr.

Are you the friend who plans the parties, runs the group chat, and makes sure the vibes are always right? Love food, events, and leading a team?

At Friendsview
, you won’t just manage catering—you’ll create memorable experiences for residents, families, and guests. You’ll lead a diverse team (including first-time job holders), build a positive work culture, and make every event—from cozy luncheons to holiday celebrations—feel intentional and welcoming.

If you’re passionate about mentorship, hospitality, and purpose-driven work, keep reading.

Oversee all catering operations under the Dining Services Director

Meet with department leaders to plan layouts, décor & last-minute changes

Supervise catering staff during events (you set the tone!)

Ensure food safety, presentation, portion control & serving temps are on point

Assemble, deliver & serve food and beverages at scheduled locations

Manage POS system, billing & staff training

Coach team members—many entering the workforce for the first time

Participate in performance reviews

Foster a respectful, inclusive, healthy workplace culture

Lead with patience, empathy, and accountability

Maintain sanitation & organization of equipment and supplies

Ensure compliance with food safety laws & HIPAA privacy standards

Safely lift/carry heavy objects (with support or equipment as needed)

Drive as necessary for catering events

Required:

2+ years in restaurant, catering, or dining services

1+ year catering experience

Food handler card (or ability to obtain one)

Ability to pass background check, drug screen & employment verification

Preferred:

Supervisory experience

Calm under pressure in high-volume settings

Strong communicator (with guests, staff & leadership)

Comfortable handling cash & working with numbers

Culturally aware & inclusive in your leadership style

Equal parts people-first and process-oriented

At Friendsview Retirement Community , we live by:

We’re looking for someone who leads with heart, treats others with respect, and believes that great service starts with great culture.

This isn’t just a job—it’s leadership experience that builds your management, operations, and event coordination skills. You’ll gain real supervisory responsibility, contribute to hiring decisions, and help shape team development.

Must maintain reliable attendance

Dress according to department guidelines

Ability to meet all employment documentation requirements

If you’re ready to create experiences, mentor a team, and bring positive energy into a purpose-driven community—we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help us make every gathering meaningful.