CATERING ATTENDANT (FULL TIME)

Bon Appétit Management Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company in Washington, DC is hiring full-time Catering Attendants to deliver and serve food at scheduled events. Responsibilities include assembling orders, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a friendly environment for guests.

The ideal candidate must have previous catering and driving experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a food handler's permit. This position offers competitive pay at $30.00 per hour and various benefits including health and wellness programs and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Previous catering and driving experience is required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler's permit.
• Valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and delivers food and supplies to functions.
• Logs and maintains food temperatures.
• Cleans location after event completion.
• Ensures friendly service to guests.

Skills

Catering experience

Driving experience

Customer service

Education

Valid driver's license

Food handler's permit

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full-time CATERING ATTENDANT positions.

Location: 700 K Street Northwest 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20001. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous catering and driving experience is required.

Fixed Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour.

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.

Bon Appetit operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage‑free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

Job Summary

Delivers and serves food at scheduled functions under the supervision of the catering captain. Ensures the accurate execution of all events during his/her shift. May drive a catering delivery truck. Sets up and serves at functions; cleans event area during and after events; breaks down the setup and leaves the area neat and clean; returns leftover food and equipment to the catering facility in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assembles and delivers all food and supplies for catered functions to their scheduled locations.
• Logs and maintains food temperatures.
• Arranges tables and decorations.
• Arranges buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to standards.
• Serve food and beverages to guests.
• Thoroughly cleans location after event is completed.
• Returns food and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
• Distributes and collects customer comment cards for catered functions.
• Stocks, cleans and maintains catering facility and equipment.
• Ensures guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of complete menu and products on hand.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment.
• Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Valid driver's license may be required; must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers' permit where required by state law.

Benefits

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information: https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

About Compass Group

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Application Instructions

Want to apply via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1541553. Terms and conditions apply.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.