Catering

Mark’s Feed Store; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Uniforms

GED Assistance

Flexible schedules

Direct Deposit

Daily Pay

Tenure rewards

Referral bonus

Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Unity Care

Company Chaplain

Job summary

Mark's Feed Store in Louisville, KY is seeking a Catering Team Member to deliver high-quality catering services at events and for off-site orders. You will assist in preparing and delivering catering orders, ensuring guest satisfaction and maintaining food presentation to the highest standards.

Join a fast-paced team, interact with guests, and help set up and break down events. The ideal candidate has catering or food service experience, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, food service, or customer service preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing food and beverages for catering orders, ensuring all items meet quality standards.
• Help load and unload catering orders for delivery to event locations.
• Deliver catering orders to various locations in a timely and professional manner.
• Set up catering orders at event locations, including arranging food, drinks, and equipment.
• Interact with customers at events, ensuring needs are met and providing excellent service.
• Assist with breakdown and clean-up of catering setups after events.
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards are followed at all times.
• Assist with managing catering inventory and ordering supplies.

Skills

Catering experience

Communication

Teamwork

Lifting 50 lbs

Organizational skills

Dependability

Driver's license

Flexible hours

Job description

Love BBQ? Love People? Join Our Crew!

Mark's Feed Store isn't just about serving up the best BBQ in town - it's about creating a place where guests feel at home, and our team feels like family. We're looking for friendly, high-energy, and BBQ-lovin' folks to join our team!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Serving up mouthwatering BBQ with a smile
• Creating legendary guest experiences (because good BBQ deserves great service)
• Working as part of a fun, fast-paced team
• Bringing positive vibes every shift

What We're Looking For:

• A people-person who loves making guests feel welcome
• A team player with a great attitude
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A BBQ enthusiast (or at least someone willing to learn)

Why You'll Love It Here:

Mouth Watering Benefits:

• Healthcare plans (based on length of service and number of hours worked per week)
• Uniforms
• GED Assistance
• Flexible Schedules
• Direct Deposit and Paycard
• Daily Pay and Early Wage Access
• Tenure Recognition
• Referral Bonus
• Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program (ComPsych)
• Unity Care
• Company Chaplain

This Mark's Feed Store location is a part of Manna Inc. Manna Inc. is an affiliate of several restaurant concepts founded in 1988 and based out of Louisville, KY. Each Manna affiliate is a minority owned company that focuses and dedicates itself to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion.

We established the Unity Care Fund, a charity funded by Manna and its employees to provide aid to employees in times of crisis.

Manna's Women in Leadership Council is built on a set of core values and guiding principles that support our commitment to the ongoing development and growth of the women in our companies.

We believe in YOU! Employee development is a critical part of our business. We offer hourly employee development to our teammates and more than 50% of our managers come from the hourly ranks!

Job Description: Catering Team Member at Mark's Feed Store

Position Title: Catering Team Member

Reports To: Catering Team Manager / General Manager

Position Overview:

As a Catering Team Member at Mark's Feed Store, you will be an integral part of delivering high-quality catering services to our clients. You will assist in preparing and delivering catering orders, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining the quality and presentation of food and service at off-site events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing food and beverages for catering orders, ensuring all items meet the quality standards set by Mark's Feed Store.

• Help load and unload catering orders for delivery to event locations, ensuring all items are properly packaged and ready for transport.

• Deliver catering orders to various locations in a timely and professional manner.

• Set up catering orders at event locations, including arranging food, drinks, and necessary equipment.

• Interact with customers at events, ensuring their needs are met and providing excellent service.

• Assist with the breakdown and clean-up of catering setups after events.

• Ensure that food safety and cleanliness standards are followed at all times.

• Assist with managing catering inventory, ensuring that supplies are stocked and orders are prepared accurately.

• Communicate effectively with the Catering Manager and other team members to coordinate event logistics.

• Provide support for in-store catering needs, such as assisting with phone orders and packaging.

• Represent Mark's Feed Store in a professional and courteous manner while at events and during delivery.

Qualifications:

• Previous catering, food service, or customer service experience preferred.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to lift and carry catering equipment and food items (up to 50 pounds).

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to handle a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (for delivery-related duties).

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods (4-8+ hours) with periodic breaks.

• Perform repetitive motions, including frequent use of hands and arms for tasks such as chopping, stirring, carrying, and operating equipment.

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, stretching, twisting, and reaching above eye level.

• Capability to walk up and down stairs and use a step ladder as needed.

• Occasional sitting, talking, and active listening as required by the role.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly as part of job duties, including but not limited to food supplies, dishware, and equipment. When handling heavier loads, employees MUST use appropriate lifting equipment and/or seek assistance from a second person.

• Ability to move around the kitchen quickly and efficiently.

• Compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.

Work Environment/ Job Conditions:

• Flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Work in a loud, fast-paced environment.

• Employees may regularly work in varying temperature zones, including hot kitchen areas with stoves, ovens, grills, and fryers, as well s cold storage areas like refrigerators and freezers.

• May involve exposure to heat, noise, and cleaning chemicals in the kitchen area.

• Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and training to ensure safety and comfort while handling temperature-sensitive tasks.

• Awareness of temperature fluctuations and safe practices is essential for maintaining food safety standards and personal well-being.

• Job duties span both indoor and outdoor settings, requiring adaptability to different environments.

• Outdoor tasks may involve curbside delivery, trash maintenance, or ensuring a clean and welcoming exterior for guests.

• Awareness of potential hazards such as hot surfaces, sharp objects, and wet floors.

This job description provides an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the Catering Team Member position at Mark's. Specific duties and requirements may vary by location or role.