Catering Attendant

Quest Food Management Services Llc; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services Llc is seeking a reliable Catering Attendant at Judson University in Elgin, IL. This full-time, hourly position supports catering events, helps manage service teams, and ensures food safety and guest satisfaction.

The role involves assisting with event setup, food and beverage presentation, and maintaining clean dining and service areas. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant, catering, or hospitality environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Desire to learn, adapt and grow with the operation.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all catering events including Monday-Friday school catering as well as Saturday and Sunday events, as needed.
• On full-service event days, assist the Catering Director with key responsibilities including, but not limited to: managing the service team, checking in temp workers, filling out time sheets, and ensuring timelines.
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of food and beverages.
• Set up and clear down catering areas before and after service.
• Serve food and drinks to customers in a polite and professional manner.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, service, and dining areas.
• Loading/unloading catering equipment from storage areas.
• Maintain storage areas.
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards.
• Be involved in catering event logistics meetings and provide input on how to best serve our client.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Job description

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Full Time Service Workers Judson University, Elgin, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4631

Salary Range: $16.00 To $17.00 Hourly

Position Overview

We are looking for a reliable and energetic Catering Attendant to join our growing team. The

successful candidate will support the catering team in preparing, planning, and executing

catering events. You’ll play a key role in ensuring high standards of compliance,

cleanliness, customer service, and food hygiene are maintained at all times. This position is based on an as needed basis for games, events and concerts.

Desirable candidates are:

• Culinary minded
• Natural leaders
• Acutely aware that the guest’s satisfaction is always our top priority
• Eager to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Assist in all catering events including Monday-Friday school catering as well as Saturday and Sunday events, as needed. An open and flexible schedule is required.
• On full-service event days, assist the Catering Director with key responsibilities including, but not limited to:
• Play a role in managing the service team by checking in temp workers, filling out time sheets, providing guidance on how and why we do what we do, and ensuring that the service team stays on track with event timelines
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of food and beverages
• Set up and clear down catering areas before and after service
• Serve food and drinks to customers in a polite and professional manner
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, service, and dining areas
• Loading/unloading catering equipment from our storage areas
• Maintain storage areas
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards
• Be involved in catering event logistics meetings and providing input on how to best serve our client

Requirements

• Previous experience in a restaurant, catering, or hospitality environment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Desire to learn, adapt, and grow with the operation
• Ability to work in an active role, which may involve standing for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds

As a Part and Full Time Hourly Quest Team Member, you can expect: