Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive pay
meals
uniforms
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Job Description
Meriwether Godsey is a prominent hospitality company known for its dedication to excellence and innovation in food service, catering, and event management, primarily serving clients in the Metro Washington DC area. They specialize in delivering high-quality culinary experiences and personalized service across a variety of venues and occasions, including corporate events, independent schools, and private functions. Meriwether Godsey prides itself on a people-focused approach that values passion, skill, and a commitment to promoting diversity within its teams. The company fosters a supportive and fast-paced environment where team members can grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to the hospitality landscape of the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate’s degree or five or more years of related food service experience
- Ability to manage a diverse staff with many different hospitality outlets
- 5+ years experience in contract food service operation, high-end catering management, high-volume dining, and multi-unit experience
- Must be able to pass an FBI background check
- Application and promotion of current food trends
- Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices
- Participative management style and excellent leadership skills
- Demonstrated experience cultivating talent and promoting an inclusive work environment
- Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and oral
- Account and project management skills
- Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree or five or more years of related food service experience
- Ability to manage a diverse staff with many different hospitality outlets
- 5+ years experience in contract food service operation, high-end catering management, high-volume dining, and multi-unit experience
- Application and promotion of current food trends
- Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices
- Participative management style and excellent leadership skills
- Demonstrated experience cultivating talent and promoting an inclusive work environment
- Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and oral
- Account and project management skills
- Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
Job Duties
- Communicate daily with production staff on all food production activities
- Purchase organically and locally produced foods whenever possible and work alongside production staff to incorporate these products into recipes and menu offerings daily
- Oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
- Ensure proper food temperatures are reached, maintained, and recorded
- ensure daily records of food usage, organization of storage/cooler areas, and other compliance regulations are kept
- Lead by example
- engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback
- Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships while researching price variations
- Implement and maintain HACCP standards
- Maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships
- Deliver high-end catering
- Assist in back of house phases of financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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