Food & Beverage Office Manager

Position Summary:

This position serves as a lead contact for the Food Services & Catering department, representing the team with various clients. This position is primarily responsible for effectively and efficiently operating the Food Services & Catering department within Omaha Performing Arts guidelines.

Position Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Receives catering orders and coordinates service with individual customers. 
• Ensures accurate, cost-effective pricing for catering menus. 
• Uses culinary skill and experience in developing creative menus, utilizing sustainable and organic products. 
• Ensures high-quality food preparation utilizing HACCP guidelines and procedures. 
• Maintains a sanitary environment and coordinates food area breakdown and cleanup. 
• Trains and develops other employees in the areas of food quality, presentation, safety and customer service. 
• Maintains food production records and ensures accurate budget. 
• Completes accurate inventory each financial cycle including forecasting for operating needs and supplies.  Assists in event planning including pricing, preparation, delivery, and display of catering.
• Promotes Omaha Performing Arts Core Values of Team, Inclusion, Trust and Integrity.
• May perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

•  3 years’ experience operating a successful restaurant 

 Must possess superior interpersonal and customer service skills, leading the Food Services & Catering department to the highest standards. 

•  Knowledge and implementation of Local, State, and Federal Labor Law regulations 
•  Effectively communicates with employees, customers, and all levels of management.
•  Is detail-oriented and has the ability to multi-task, working independently with minimal to no direction. • ServSafe Certified or ability to become ServSafe Certified

Minimum Education Requirements:

•  Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
•  Graduate of an accredited Culinary Institution preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

•  Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
•  Must be able to work on your feet 7.5hours/day excluding breaks.
•  Able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods.
•  Able to use a cash register or computer keyboard for up to 2 hours continuously.
•  Must be able to load and push a cart a short distance.