Catering Server, Part Time

Chartwells Higher Education; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Catering Server to deliver and serve food and beverages at scheduled functions in Washington, DC. You will assemble and deliver all food for events, maintain temperatures, assist with prep, and arrange buffet setups to meet standards.

You will provide plated service, respond to guest requests, keep equipment clean, and help with inventory, closeout tasks, and safe operation of the catering facility.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province applying.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar environment.
• Physical ability to carry out duties.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and deliver all food and supplies for catered functions to scheduled locations.
• Log and maintain food temperatures.
• Assist with food and table prep before events.
• Arrange buffet tables with food, beverage, and service items according to standards.
• Serve plated dinners to guests and respond to requests for beverages and other needs.
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
• Thoroughly clean location after event and assist with inventory and closeout tasks.
• Return equipment to catering facility and stock/clean catering area.
• Ensure guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times.
• Maintain knowledge of complete menu and products on hand.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies at all times.
• May drive a catering delivery truck.

Skills

Food handling

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service Certificate

Job description

Description

How you will make an impact:

You will be responsible for delivering and serving food and beverages at scheduled functions.

As a Catering Server, you will:

• Assemble and deliver all food and supplies for catered functions to their scheduled locations
• Log and maintain food temperatures
• Assist with food and table prep before events begin
• Arrange buffet tables with food, beverage, and service items according to standards
• Serve plated dinners to guests and respond to requests for beverages, appetizers, and other needs
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service
• Thoroughly clean location after event is completed and assist with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks
• Return food and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility
• Stock, clean and maintain catering facility and equipment
• Ensure guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the complete menu and products on hand
• Maintain clean and safe work environmentFollow safety and sanitation policy and procedures at all times
• May drive a catering delivery truck

About you:

• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province in which you are applying
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar environment
• Valid driver's license may be required
• Able to accurately read event orders and organize deliveries for the day
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Extremely well organized and efficient; able to multi-task
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position