Buffet Attendant

Global Gourmet Catering; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

UNITE HERE Local 2 Union benefits

Meal provided during shift

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Global Gourmet Catering in San Francisco is seeking experienced Buffet Attendants to join our team and help operate high-profile events with precision and hospitality. You will set up, maintain, and break down buffet stations, monitor food temperatures, replenish items, and assist guests while coordinating with kitchen and service staff to ensure a seamless guest experience.

We value reliability, safety, and teamwork; lifting up to 50 pounds is required, and flexibility for evenings, weekends,

Qualifications

• Previous buffet or catering experience preferred.
• Valid Food Handler's Certificate required (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible scheduling required

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and break down buffet stations according to company standards
• Monitor food temperature and quality, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Replenish food items and supplies throughout service
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of buffet area and equipment
• Assist guests with special dietary requirements and answer questions about menu items
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and service team members
• Handle food items safely and maintain proper portion control
• Follow all health department regulations and maintain food handler certification
• Assist with event setup and breakdown as needed

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Position Type: Non-Exempt - Union Position (Local 2)

About Global Gourmet Catering (GGC)

Global Gourmet Catering is a full-service catering and event production company based in San Francisco. Since 1999, GGC has redefined the culinary landscape with bold, restaurant-quality cuisine, seamless logistics, and immersive event design. As Northern California's first certified Green Business caterer, Global Gourmet is trusted by Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders to deliver exceptional service at some of the region's most prestigious venues and large-scale events.

Our teams span culinary, warehouse, logistics, administrative, and field-based roles across a range of high-profile and high-volume event environments.

Position Summary

We are seeking experienced Buffet Attendants to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will maintain and service buffet stations while providing superior customer service at various high-profile events and venues throughout San Francisco.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and break down buffet stations according to company standards
• Monitor food temperature and quality, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Replenish food items and supplies throughout service
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of buffet area and equipment
• Assist guests with special dietary requirements and answer questions about menu items
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and service team members
• Handle food items safely and maintain proper portion control
• Follow all health department regulations and maintain food handler certification
• Assist with event setup and breakdown as needed

Qualifications

• Previous buffet or catering experience preferred
• Valid Food Handler's Certificate required (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible scheduling required

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays
• UNITE HERE Local 2 Union benefits package
• Meal provided during shift
• Professional development opportunities

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, and reach frequently
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Push and pull food service equipment and supplies
• Work in various temperature conditions

Equal Employment Opportunity

Global Gourmet Catering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Global Gourmet Catering complies with all aspects of the Fair Chance Ordinance and will conduct background checks only after a conditional offer of employment has been made.