Campus Catering Server — Create Memorable Events

Thompson-Hospitality; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia State University’s campus catering team is hiring a Catering Server under Thompson Hospitality. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food and beverage service at a variety of university events, from formal banquets to casual receptions.

You will help set up venues, serve guests, and ensure events run smoothly while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction. You will engage with guests, provide menu information, handle special requests, and participate in post-event cleanup.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in event setup and serving is expected.
• Knowledge of food presentation and portion control is preferred.
• Ability to address guest needs and inquiries effectively.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization at events is important.

Responsibilities

• Set up event venues per client specifications, arranging furniture, decor, and equipment.
• Serve food and drinks following portion, presentation, and quality guidelines.
• Engage with guests, provide menu information, answer inquiries, and accommodate special requests.
• Maintain event cleanliness by clearing tables, cleaning utensils, and resetting for subsequent phases.
• Assist in post-event cleanup and restore venue as directed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Event setup

Service experience

Food presentation

Portion control

Guest needs

Cleanliness

Job description

Virginia State University’s campus catering team is hiring a Catering Server under Thompson Hospitality. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food and beverage service at a variety of university events, from formal banquets to casual receptions.

You will help set up venues, serve guests, and ensure events run smoothly while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction. You will engage with guests, provide menu information, handle special requests, and participate in post-event cleanup.