EVENT CATERING WAIT STAFF (PART TIME)

Restaurant Associates

Princeton (NJ)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 29,000

Part time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Pet Insurance

Job summary

Restaurant Associates at Prospect House, Princeton University, is hiring part-time event catering wait staff. You will assemble, deliver, set up and serve at on-site and off-site events, with daytime, evening, and weekend availability.

No prior experience required; training provided. This role offers a fixed pay rate of $19.43 per hour and opportunities to work at prestigious venues. Join a national dining and events team delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Must meet any applicable state and local health requirements for food handlers.

Responsibilities

  • Assembles and delivers all food and supplies for catered functions to the scheduled locations.
  • Arranges tables and decorations.
  • Sets buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to pre-established standards.
  • Serves food and beverages to guests.
  • Cleans and packs dishes and utensils.
  • Returns un-served foods and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to the Commissary.
  • Checks to ensure that all display foods are merchandised attractively according to pre-established standards.
  • Handles foods items appropriately during preparation.
  • Serves food neatly and attractively according to pre-established standards.
  • Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
  • Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
  • Assists with food and table prep before events begin.
  • Serves plated dinners to guests and responds to requests for beverages, appetizers and other needs.
  • Serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Opens wine and takes drink orders.
  • Cleans up venue after event ends and assists with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifting up to 25 lbs
Health compliance

Job description

We have an opening for part time EVENT CATERING WAIT STAFF positions.

Location: Prospect House at Princeton University - 1 Washington Street, Princeton, NJ 08544.

Online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Part time; Days and hours may vary. Daytime, evening, and weekend availability is required. More details upon interview.

Requirement: No previous experience is required. Willing to train!

Fixed Pay Rate: $19.43 per hour.

Job Summary

Assembles, delivers, sets-up and serves food and beverages to guests at on-premise and off-premise events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assembles and delivers all food and supplies for catered functions to the scheduled locations.
  • Arranges tables and decorations.
  • Sets buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to pre-established standards.
  • Serves food and beverages to guests.
  • Cleans and packs dishes and utensils
  • Returns un-served foods and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to the Commissary.
  • Checks to ensure that all display foods are merchandised attractively according to pre-established standards.
  • Handles foods items appropriately during preparation.
  • Serves food neatly and attractively according to pre-established standards.
  • Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
  • Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
  • Assists with food and table prep before events begin.
  • Serves plated dinners to guests and responds to requests for beverages, appetizers and other needs.
  • Serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Opens wine and takes drink orders.
  • Cleans up venue after event ends and assists with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Must meet any applicable state and local health requirements for food handlers.
Benefits
  • Retirement Plan
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:* The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer. * The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. * The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

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About Compass Group

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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