Catering Associate

GREAT WESTERN DINING; Fort Scott (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Western Dining is seeking a Catering Associate at Fort Scott Community College to join a customer‑focused team. You will deliver, organize and set up catered events and locations as requested, ensuring prompt and courteous service that exceeds customer expectations.

The role requires a clean professional appearance, positive attitude, and ability to work a flexible schedule. A valid driver’s license is a plus, and we promote equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or catering is preferred.
• Customer-focused with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing food items for caterings.
• Set up and deliver non-perishable items in advance.
• Delivers food and beverages to designated times and places in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Serve as a point of contact during catered events.
• Carry and distribute catering equipment and supplies.
• Ensure all services are cleaned up or picked up at the requested times.
• Complies with all safety and sanitation policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Job description

Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories.

We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are proud to provide accelerated career advancement opportunities for dedicated and driven team members.

Catering Associate

Great Western Dining Service at Fort Scott Community College is looking an energetic, customer service driven person to join our team. As a catering associate, you will deliver, organize and set up catered events and specific requested locations. Provide prompt courteous that exceeds customers expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing food items for caterings
• Set up and deliver non-perishable items in advance
• Delivers food and beverage at designated time and place and a timely professional manor
• Maintain a clean working environment
• Serve as a point of contact during catered events
• Carry and distribute catering equipment and supplies
• Ensure all services are cleaned up or picked up at the requested times
• Complies with all safety and sanitation policies
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Clean professional appearance
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to work flexible schedule
• Valid drivers license is a plus

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Physical requirements of the job:

• Significant walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds