Event Catering Specialist

Oak View Group; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group in Champaign, Illinois is seeking a Catering Attendant to deliver and serve food at scheduled events under the supervision of the Catering Manager. The role requires excellent attendance and availability for nights and weekends, with an hourly rate of $20.00–$21.00.

This position offers part-time benefits including a 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching, and requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, event-driven environment across university venues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; strong preferred.
• 1–2 years in food & beverage or customer service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Valid food handling and BASSET certification or ability to procure.
• Ability to handle cash and POS transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and delivers all food and supplies for catered functions to their scheduled locations.
• Logs and maintains food temperatures.
• Arranges tables and decorations.
• Arranges buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to standards.
• Serve food and beverages to guests.
• Thoroughly cleans location after event is completed.
• Returns food and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
• Distributes and collects customer comment cards for catered functions.
• Stocks, cleans and maintains catering facility and equipment.
• Ensures guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of complete menu and products on hand.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment.
• Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food & beverage service

Customer service

Team player

Event staffing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Oak View Group in Champaign, Illinois is seeking a Catering Attendant to deliver and serve food at scheduled events under the supervision of the Catering Manager. The role requires excellent attendance and availability for nights and weekends, with an hourly rate of $20.00–$21.00.

This position offers part-time benefits including a 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching, and requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, event-driven environment across university venues.