Cosentino's Overland Park Market seeks a dynamic and experienced Deli/Catering Manager to lead our deli and catering operations. This role requires a leader with a strong service mentality, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to drive sales and profitability. The ideal candidate will excel in operations, possess comprehensive cooking skills, and demonstrate a commitment to team development and exceptional customer service. This position offers a competitive salary and quarterly incentive bonuses.
- Oversee all aspects of deli and catering operations, ensuring smooth and efficient daily functions.
- Manage and coordinate catering orders with catering staff. Correctly ordering all supplies and food to final delivery, demonstrating strong communication skills.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase sales and profitability, showcasing a sense of urgency.
- Manage budgeting and cost control, including inventory management and labor scheduling.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Ensure adherence to food safety standards and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Demonstrate leadership in all aspects of food service management, including menu planning and execution.
- Provide exceptional customer service, embodying a strong hospitality focus and professionalism.
- Utilize problem-solving skills to address customer concerns and operational challenges effectively.
- Oversee all varieties of cooking skills, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Proven experience in food service management, with a thorough knowledge of deli operations.
- Experience in commercial catering, with a working knowledge of catering event planning.
- Demonstrated ability in budgeting and financial management within a food service environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and staff.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team, with a focus on team development.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Manager Food Safety Certification.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Experience with grocery deli operations.
- Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a similar environment.
- Experience with catering events of any size; company meetings of 20-30 individuals to weddings of 500 guests.
- A culinary degree or relevant certifications.
Required
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3 year(s): Team Development
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3 year(s): Event Catering of any size
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4 year(s): Leadership
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4 year(s): Inventory Control
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4 year(s): Food Safety Training
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4 year(s): Food Service Management
Preferred
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4 year(s): Retail Food service
Preferred
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Associates or better in Hospitality and Resort Management or related field
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