Senior Catering Captain

Catering & Events Supervisor

Location: Friendsview

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
• Create catering contracts & manage event logistics
• 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
• Design signage, centerpieces, and table décor (yes, your creative side matters!)

• Recruit, orient & train catering staff
• 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

• 2+ years in restaurant, catering, or dining services
• 1+ year catering experience
• Food handler card (or ability to obtain one)
• Valid driver’s license & clean driving record
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen & employment verification

• Supervisory experience
• Strong Microsoft Office & POS system skills

• Calm under pressure in high‑volume settings
• Organized, deadline‑driven & detail‑obsessed
• 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:

Integrity

• Stewardship
• Compassion
• Community
• Excellence
• Dignity
• Service Friends Heritage

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.

• Flexible schedule required
• 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.