Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
At least one year experience that demonstrates knowledge of standardized club or food facility operational practices and procedures, pricing and ability to coordinate with all facets of the club operation. Knowledge and understanding of catering practices. Skills necessary to assist customers in planning party functions. An ability to plan, organize and coordinate functions to provide the best in quality service to patrons, with a personal dedication to complete customer satisfaction. Ability to carry out responsibilities in an independent manner, working under pressure with limited supervision. Ability to prepare reports and complete simple contractual arrangements. Skill to deal courteously and effectively with customers, employees and management. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
Organizes and coordinates various catering/special events such as; membership affairs, command functions, cultural events, balls, etc. Meets with clients, discusses requirements for events such as date, number of guests, occasion, and explains services offered, i.e., room, decorations, menu, entertainment, etc. Receives schedules of banquet or arrangements of related activities on a weekly and/or daily basis. Reviews the scheduled functions to ascertain that required preparations are made, to include proper staffing, room arrangements, supplies and equipment. Responsible for the thematic decoration of rooms when not arranged by the client. Handles any change orders promptly and correctly. Implements all catering booking strategies to maximize the profitable utilization of time and space in each function room or activity. Understands and follows catering procedures, ensuring timely communication is maintained and pertinent information is dispensed. Checks and verifies work in progress ensuring procedures, methods and deadlines are met. Ensures quality in service, food and beverage products. Ensures that all work areas of the catering department are organized, well maintained and that all equipment and supplies are clean and stored in their proper places. Maintains private party logbook and contract files. Follows up with client evaluation of services rendered. May be required to verify accuracy of receipts at the Close of Business, complete and post function reports, as well as other reports deemed pertinent and distribute to appropriate department. Responsible for funds generated from all sources, their collection, reconciliation, recording, safeguard and deposit as directed by applicable policies and procedures. Determines the need for replenishment of materials and obtains needed items in accordance with routine procedures and authorizes stock or supply levels and may make minor deviations in procedures and methods to overcome problems such as delays in the receipt of needed materials or equipment failure. Ensures that all security, sanitation, health, environmental, and fire regulations are adhered to within areas of responsibility. Ensures that employees are appropriately dressed, neat and clean always and in compliance with sanitation regulations.