Position Overview
We are looking for a reliable and energetic Catering Assistant to join our growing team. The
successful candidate will support the catering team in preparing, planning, and executing
catering events. You’ll play a key role in ensuring high standards of compliance,
cleanliness, customer service, and food hygiene are maintained at all times.
Desirable candidates are :
- Culinary minded
- Natural leaders
- Acutely aware that the guest’s satisfaction is always our top priority
- Eager to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Open to develop their professional acumen
Responsibilities
Assist in all catering events including Monday-Friday school catering as well as Saturday and Sunday events, as needed. An open and flexible schedule is required.On full-service event days, assist the Catering Director with key responsibilities including, but not limited to :
Play a role in managing the service team by checking in temp workers, filling out time sheets, providing guidance on how and why we do what we do, and ensuring that the service team stays on track with event timelinesAssist with the preparation and presentation of food and beveragesSet up and clear down catering areas before and after serviceServe food and drinks to customers in a polite and professional mannerMaintain cleanliness in the kitchen, service, and dining areasLoading / unloading catering equipment from our storage areasMaintain storage areasFollow food safety and hygiene standardsProvide excellent customer service during eventsBe involved in catering event logistics meetings and providing input on how to best serve our clientRequirements
Previous experience in a restaurant, catering, or hospitality environmentFood Handler Certification, BASSET CertificationAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentGood communication and interpersonal skillsA team player with a positive attitudeFlexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekendsDesire to learn, adapt, and grow with the operationProficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)Experience with CatereaseBilingual (Spanish and English) a plusAbility to work in an active role, which may involve standing for long periods of timeAbility to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds