Catering Event Server | Flexible, On-Call & Weekends

farmersrestaurantgroup; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Founding Farmers Catering and Events is seeking an Event Server to join the front-of-house team for catering events in the Washington, DC area. The role supports event setup, guest interaction, and breakdown while upholding service standards and a polished appearance.

Candidates should have at least one year of dining or catering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is a pick-up, on-call position with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in full or quick service dining, or in a catering environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of continuous bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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 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

Skills

Catering experience

Guest service

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Founding Farmers Catering and Events is seeking an Event Server to join the front-of-house team for catering events in the Washington, DC area. The role supports event setup, guest interaction, and breakdown while upholding service standards and a polished appearance.

Candidates should have at least one year of dining or catering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is a pick-up, on-call position with flexible scheduling.