Catering Staff

Chick-fil-A; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips eligible

Free meals on shift

Reliable scheduling

Paid vacation after 1 year (FT)

Health/dental/vision/life + 401(k)

Career advancement

Scholarship opportunity

Assistance program

Job summary

Chick‑fil‑A is seeking a Catering Assistant to work with the management team on high‑volume group orders, box meals, and event setups. You will deliver professional guest service while upholding food safety standards in a fast‑paced setting.

The role emphasizes reliable scheduling, teamwork, and opportunities for leadership development within a locally owned Chick‑fil‑A restaurant. Must be 18+ and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service is a must.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry up to 35 lbs. is required.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with customers about changes before delivery or pickup.
• Transporting food to and from locations.
• Ensuring supplies are organized and stocked.
• Providing excellent customer service.
• Preparing food in a clean kitchen environment.
• Maintaining high standards of quality.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Stamina

Food safety awareness

Job description

The Catering Assistant works with the management team in executing high-volume group orders, box meals, and delivery event setups for local clients. This hands‑on role combines guest service, food safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. It is ideal for students pursuing hospitality, business, or culinary management.

What's In It for You?

• Competitive pay & eligible for delivery tips
• Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
• Reliable scheduling
• Paid vacation, for full‑time team members after 1 year
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance & 401(k) with match available for full‑time team members
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities
• Scholarship Opportunity
• Team member assistance program
• And much, much more!

Customer Communication: Act as a professional brand representative during client drop‑offs, handling minor on‑site adjustments or special requests.

Safety & Sanitation: Maintain clean staging and packing areas while strictly adhering to local health codes and ServSafe/food handler guidelines.

Outstanding customer service is a must, so the catering staff we hire must always meet all our customers' needs and expectations, as well as attend to all the potential customer complaints in a professional and friendly manner.

Responsibilities of Catering Staff:

• Consulting with customers about any potential changes before delivery or pick up
• Transporting food to and from locations
• Making sure the supplies are well‑organized and stocked
• Providing excellent customer service
• Preparing food in a healthy and clean kitchen environment
• Excellent food preparation skills
• Catering experience is a plus
• Great attention to detail
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• A friendly and positive attitude
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry objects weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Maintain Chick‑fil‑A's exceptional standards for craveable food quality.
• Assist and support your Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help build our Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.
• Must be 18 and over
• Must pass a background check and have a clean driving record

Working at a Chick‑fil‑A® restaurant is more than a job – it's an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people‑focused environment. Most Chick‑fil‑A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.