CATERING ATTENDANT (ON CALL)

Compass Group USA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 36,299 - 36,988; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Retirement plan

Health & wellness

Discount marketplace

Pet insurance

Job summary

Compass Group USA is hiring on-call Catering Attendants to deliver and serve food at scheduled functions in Hartford, CT. The role includes setting up, serving, and breaking down events, and may involve driving a catering delivery vehicle.

Flexibility for nights and weekdays is required. Requirements include front-of-house and food & beverage experience, valid driver's license (where required), and food handler or alcohol server permits as per state law.

Qualifications

• Prior front-of-house and food & beverage experience is required.
• A valid driver's license may be required; food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers' permit may be required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and serves food at scheduled functions under supervision.
• Sets up and breaks down catering area; may drive a catering delivery vehicle.
• Maintains food temperatures and ensures accurate execution of events.
• Serves guests and maintains a clean, safe work environment.
• Returns leftover food and equipment to the catering facility.

Skills

Front-of-house experience

Food & beverage experience

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for on call CATERING ATTENDANT positions.
• Address: 300 Summit Street, Hartford, CT 06106. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: On call schedules; days and hours may vary. Flexible nights and weekdays. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior front-of-house and food & beverage experience is required.
• Pay Range: $26.35 per hour to$26.85 per hour.

Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Job Summary

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 able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers' permit where required by state law.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• 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

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.