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Cooper University Hospital
Caterer
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What they do
A Food or Beverage Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the food and drink needed for ongoing or future business in a restaurant, bar, hotel or other catering business. Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships. May also be responsible growing supplier relationships with new and/or existing suppliers.
$63,979 / year median in New Jersey
-9% projected decline
Job Description
About Us At Cooper University Health Care , our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey. Short Description Essential functions of the position are assembling, cutting, portioning and displaying a variety of foods (any type of display experience considered excellent marketing capability). Deliver food items on carts in a timely fashion, store supplies and keep and manage the inventory so it is up to date. Working with vendors to place catering orders; replying to emails for last-minute orders and managing invoices to ensure that customers are billed appropriately. Communicate cafeteria needs with the kitchen and storeroom maintaining inventory levels for all catered needs. Experience Required 1 year institutional food service experience. Education Requirements