Catering Driver

Catering Driver/Manager

The Varsity has been a part of Atlanta's landscape since 1928, from our "big red V" sign over the downtown connector to our community restaurants. Our vision is to be world-renowned as the destination for the most unique all-American food experience in the South. Our promise is to create positive, life-long memories by delivering "The Varsity Experience" to each and every customer and employee. We look forward to you becoming a part of our Varsity family!

Requirements:

• Valid GA Driver's License
• Driver's history reflecting no pattern of accidents or serious traffic violations
• Able to comfortably drive oversized catering vehicles
• Must pass a risk management insurance DMV check
• Ability to stand and move for 6-8 hours at a time with frequent bending and lifting. Lift and carry up to 30lbs.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary:

• Responsible for the preparation, setup, execution, delivery, breakdown, and cleanup for assigned catering jobs
• Load the catering vehicle for assigned jobs according to job inventory, to ensure all ordered food and beverage items ordered are delivered accurately
• Coordinate with restaurant staff assigned to catering jobs regarding job scheduling
• Setup catering vehicle, side items, and optional food items onsite per guest specifications
• Act as a brand ambassador for The Varsity while on the job site always professional, courteous, and positive with guests
• Serve as the event and crew manager while on the job site, ensuring that all food is prepared and delivered timely
• Resolve guest complaints on-site and alert catering manager to any elevated questions or concerns
• Accept and process customer payment for job onsite
• Breakdown the catering vehicle after job completion, completing product inventory, and cleaning all equipment
• Assist with non-catering assignments as necessary and perform other duties as needed

Position Details

Effective Date: January 2023

Reports To: Head Coach (RHC)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Purpose Of The Position: To drive a catering vehicle and manage catering jobs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Drive catering vehicle to jobs and supervise on-site setup.
2. Train & coach the team while on jobs.
3. Utilize Varsity Systems to provide a great experience for everyone who books a catering job.
4. Implement controls to manage food and cash on catering jobs.
5. Represent the Varsity to all persons attending catering events.

Additional important duties/responsibilities:

1. Meet all operational standards, including vehicle safety, speed of service, food safety and cleanliness.
2. Utilize all systems and tools provided to you.
3. Receive passing inspection grades on catering vehicles.
4. Work all shifts (lunch, dinner, late night & weekends) as required by the business.
5. Set an example by maintaining an excellent working knowledge and high level of proficiency in Varsity operations.
6. Provide coaching and feedback to the team.
7. Personally verify accuracy of all food and paper inventories at the end of every catering job.
8. Supervise in accordance with Varsity values, traits and behaviors.
9. Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
10. Follow all government regulations, employment law, food safety and operations policies and implement all accounting controls.
11. Any / all other duties as assigned by the Restaurant Head Coach (RHC).