**Job Reference Number:** 34575 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Elior Collegiate Dining **Location:** Grayslake, Illinois (US-IL) **The Role at a glance:** We are looking for a skilled, experienced Catering Captain to join our team. As a Catering Captain, you will have the opportunity to oversee and manage catering events and ensure their success. **What you'll be doing:** + Overseeing the setup, service, and breakdown of events. + Coordinating staffing and managing event staff. + Coordinating and communicating all event operations with the client, kitchen staff, etc. + Overseeing and participating in the preparation of meals and beverages. + Preparing the banquet room or area for the event, serving customers, and cleaning up after the event. + Ensuring courteous, prompt service for all event functions according to established guidelines. + Any other tasks as necessary. **What we're looking for:** _Must-haves:_ + At least two years' experience in catering, food service, or hospitality. + The ability to work as part of a team devoted to providing outstanding customer service. + Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills. + Good knowledge of all espects of event implementation. + Excellent communication and organization skills. _Nice-to-haves:_ + Food Handler’s certification. + Previous experience in a management or supervisory role. **Compensation Range** $20 an hour **Our Benefits:** + Medical (FT Employees) + Dental + Vision + Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity + Discount Program + Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) + EAP + 401k + Sick Time + Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) + Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees) + Paid Time Off **About Elior Collegiate Dining:** Elior Collegiate Dining partners with forward-thinking colleges and universities across the U.S., serving more than 32 million meals each year. We deliver bold, culturally relevant dining experiences that energize campus life, build community, and turn food into a defining part of the student journey. **About Elior-North America:** Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth. At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments. **Disclaimer:** This job description can be revised by management as needed.