Catering Event Server - DC, MD & VA

Farmers Restaurant Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking an Event Server to provide professional, courteous service at catering events for Founding Farmers Catering and Events. You will assist with setup, serve guests, and help with breakdown, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to safety standards.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of experience in dining or catering, strong communication, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in full or quick service dining or catering is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Capable of bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and breakdown of catering events, including tables, chairs, linens, place settings, buffets and stations.
• Carry trays, serve guests, and attend buffets or stations to ensure food remains clean, stocked and presentable.
• Understand event menus, ingredients, and preparation; communicate allergies or special requests to event leadership.
• Provide professional, courteous service and address guest concerns promptly and positively.
• Assist with bussing tables and maintaining clean service areas during events.
• Assist with packing equipment and loading vans or trucks during breakdown.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Guest interaction

Safety and cleanliness

Job description

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The Event Server is a front of house team member responsible for providing professional, courteous service during catering events for Founding Farmers Catering and Events. This role works under the direction of the Event Lead or Buffet Lead and supports food service, guest interaction, and event setup and breakdown.

As a member of the event staffing team, the Event Server plays a key role in creating a positive guest experience while maintaining service standards, cleanliness, and attention to detail throughout the event. Success in this role requires arriving on time and in proper attire for every event, bringing positive energy and professionalism to each shift, and consistently delivering exceptional service with a friendly, guest focused demeanor.

WHAT OUR EVENT SERVER DOES:?

• Assist with setup and breakdown of catering events including tables, chairs, linens, place settings, buffets, and stations
• Carry trays, serve guests, and attend buffets or stations to ensure food remains clean, stocked, and presentable
• Understand event menus, ingredients, and preparation and communicate allergies or special requests to event leadership
• Provide professional and courteous service and address guest concerns promptly and positively
• Assist with bussing tables and maintaining clean service areas discreetly during events
• Assist with packing equipment and loading vans or trucks during breakdown

• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, grooming, and appearance
• All other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE AN EVENT SERVER:?

• One year of experience working in full or quick service dining, or in a catering environment?required??
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and?lift up?to?50 pounds, as needed?
• Capable of continuous bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms?
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced event environment
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry trays, equipment, or supplies as needed
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays