Catering Assistant

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Meritus Health, located in Hagerstown, MD, is looking for a detail-oriented Catering Assistant to join the Nutrition Services team. This role entails ensuring the timely and attractive delivery of catering services to enhance guest experiences.

Responsibilities include organizing catering requests, setting up events, and adhering to safe food handling regulations. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma, customer service experience, and ServSafe certification.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• General work in customer service or team-based environments preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prepare daily catering requests and delivery schedules.
• Set up and clean up catering events with attention to presentation and timing.
• Maintain compliance with health regulations and departmental standards.

Skills

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range:
  Not specified

Description

Serve with care. Support with pride. Meritus Health is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Catering Assistant to support our Nutrition Services team. This role ensures timely, attractive, and safe delivery of catering services for medical center guests and staff—contributing to a positive experience across our campus.

Key Responsibilities:

Organize and prepare daily catering requests and delivery schedules

Set up and clean up catering events with attention to presentation and timing

Follow safe food handling and infection control procedures

Prepare and batch cook menu items using proper techniques and equipment

Calculate quantities and gather supplies for catering production

Maintain compliance with health regulations and departmental standards

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

General work in customer service or team-based environments preferred.

ServSafe certification preferred

Ability to follow instructions, measure ingredients, and perform basic math

Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence

Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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