Catering Assistant: Events & Service Lead

Cliftons; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Cliftons in Brisbane is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to help deliver quality catering experiences in a fast-paced environment. You will work with the kitchen and events teams on food preparation, service, and event setups, with opportunities to take on coordinating staff when managers aren’t present.

Shifts are mostly weekday hours, with occasional weekend work. You’ll assist with food prep, refreshments, and lunch service at events, maintain clean catering areas, support setups, and help

Qualifications

• Some food preparation or hospitality experience in a commercial kitchen, venue or events setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and food safety.
• A reliable, calm approach with clear communication under pressure.
• Leadership or coordination experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, set up refreshments and serve lunch at events and conferences.
• Maintain clean, organised kitchen and catering areas, including dishwashing and equipment care.
• Support event setups and resets as needed.
• Help coordinate staff and keep service on track in the absence of venue managers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork

Leadership experience

Job description

Cliftons in Brisbane is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to help deliver quality catering experiences in a fast-paced environment. You will work with the kitchen and events teams on food preparation, service, and event setups, with opportunities to take on coordinating staff when managers aren’t present.

Shifts are mostly weekday hours, with occasional weekend work. You’ll assist with food prep, refreshments, and lunch service at events, maintain clean catering areas, support setups, and help