catering team leader

Job Description Main Function To set-up, prepare, serve and clean-up catered affairs and fill supply requisitions as needed. Provides general direction to Diet Aides when assisting. Duties and Responsibilities Check the catering calendar, reviews worksheets and check the catering bulletin board for messages frequently. Sets up and delivers daily coffee carts to the Doctor's Lounge and 7th Floor Lounge. Checks daily and replenishes the EMS Lounge as needed. Prepares cold food, salads, cold plates, relish trays appetizers, etc. according to instruction on catering sheets. Fill supply requisitions and deliver as necessary - after signing off on form and receiving signature upon delivery. Responsible for set-up and clean-up of the boardroom on a daily basis. Ensure boardroom checklist is accurate and signed off daily. Must pick up, clean and store all equipment and items used for special functions and coffee set-ups. Clean and polish all equipment in slow periods or as requested. Be sure to soak all glass coffee pots. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the catering storeroom. Wears proper attire designed by dress code. Consistently wears I.D. badge. Assist customers in a service oriented and courteous manner. Relay customer comments and concerns to Manager. Keeps Manager informed. Company Description When we say "our community" we mean it. UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City. Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on helping people manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases. Qualifications Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary education in Hospitality Management preferred Certifications: ServSafe certification required Experience: 3-5 years in Food Service, Catering, Patient Tray Line, or Retail Food Service; leadership experience preferred Skills: Excellent time management and interpersonal skills Proficiency with catering software and POS systems Strong food safety knowledge Attention to detail and ability to multitask Additional Requirements: Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays Adherence to dress code and professional appearance standards Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Pay Range: $15.61-$18.65 Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.