Conference Catering Attendant

CNA; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA is seeking a Catering Support Associate to assist with event setups, deliveries and guest service at on-site events. You will help maintain food and beverage stations, ensure timely restocks and respond to guest requests with courtesy and professionalism.

Responsibilities include preparing buffet displays, brewing coffee, cleaning stations, and restoring the space for future functions. A team player with strong customer service and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs is required; some overtime

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in hospitality, catering or related function.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal, customer service and teamwork abilities.
• Physical: Able to lift up to 30 lbs and perform demanding tasks.
• Other: This on-site role requires reliable schedule and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Receives catering deliveries, checks accuracy and responds to issues.
• Prepares food for buffet display and replating as needed.
• Arrange tables, linens, utensils, plates and signage per event specs.
• Brews coffee, cools drinks and supplies in-house items.
• Keeps all food/beverage stations ready before events start.
• Replenishes buffet stations and attends guest needs.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization throughout events.
• Clears tables, stores leftovers, and resets area for next function.
• Provides courteous and professional guest assistance.
• Follows food safety standards and hygiene protocols.
• Monitors and Restocks galley supplies; reports issues.
• Stocks beverages in conference room refrigerators; orders supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Food safety

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES

1. Receives catering deliveries, checks for accuracy and responds promptly to issues.


2. Prepares food for buffet display which could include sternos, chafers, and replating.


3. Arrange tables, linens, utensils, plates, napkins, signage and food displays according to event specifications.


4. Brews coffee, ice down drinks and other items typically provided in-house.


5. Ensures all food and beverage stations are ready before the event starts.


6. Replenishes buffet stations and attends to guest needs.


7. Maintains cleanliness and organization throughout the event.


8. Clear tables, remove dishes, and properly store leftover items.


9. Cleans the event area and resets for future functions.


10. Provides courteous and professional assistance to guests.


11. Addresses special requests promptly and efficiently.


12. Follows food safety standards and hygiene protocols.


13. Monitors, cleans and restocks catering pantries. Cleans dishes, countertops, sinks, and equipment after meetings and events, and stores items away. Keeps equipment clean and reports problems and necessary repairs to manager. Empties garbage bins if necessary.


14. Stocks coffee and tea supplies in galleys, including bean to brew coffee systems daily.


15. Stocks conference room refrigerators with beverages and other supplies as needed.


16. Orders galley and catering supplies as needed. Receives supplies, unpacks, and properly stores.


17. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

2. Experience: Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in hospitality, conference support, catering or related function.

3. Required Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Ability to handle multiple tasks with little to no loss in productivity or efficiency. Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to last minute changes or requests from guests. Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service. Food and beverage knowledge including health and safety standards and hygiene protocols. Demonstrated professionalism, reliability and ability to work flexible work schedule, including some overtime.

4.Other: Must be able to lift a maximum of 30 lbs. Must be able to walk and conduct physical activities such as receiving deliveries and cleaning. Must be able to push/pull catering carts and furniture into place. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification.

5.Remote/Hybrid Work Eligibility: This position is not eligible for telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements. Occasional flexible work schedule may be possible at the discretion of the Manager.