Lead Server, Catering

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory; Cold Spring Harbor (NY); On-site; USD 25,637 - 28,833; Part time

Job summary

A world-renowned scientific research organization is seeking an Events Server, Lead in New York. This seasonal position involves serving food and beverages at various events, ensuring guest satisfaction and maintaining a professional appearance. Candidates should have catering experience and a high school diploma. The hourly pay ranges from $18.61 to $20.93, reflecting qualifications and experience. Join a dynamic team at the forefront of biomedical research.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is preferred.
• Must stand for long periods and lift items.
• Ability to work in social settings.

Responsibilities

• Setup dining rooms and outdoor events.
• Anticipate guest needs and ensure satisfaction.
• Serve and clear food and beverages.

Skills

Catering experience

Customer service

Ability to speak Spanish

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Events Server, Lead – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world‑renowned scientific research organization located on the North Shore of Long Island, is hiring candidates to fill the seasonal position of Events Server, Lead in the Culinary Services department. Qualified candidates will serve food and beverages for meetings, courses, and administrative and communications‑related events.

Position Responsibilities

• Setting up dining room(s) and outdoor events with required linen, tableware, and dishware
• Anticipating guest needs and monitoring their dining experience to ensure satisfaction with the meal and service
• Serving and clearing food and beverages in a sanitary manner
• Providing service in a courteous and polite manner
• Ensuring that all cleaning duties are accomplished for each event
• Maintaining a professional and personable appearance
• Arriving promptly for all scheduled shifts

Position Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience: Some catering experience (preferred); ability to speak Spanish is a plus
• Physical: Must be able to stand for long periods, bend, stretch, and lift items such as boxes and trays of food or drinks
• Environmental: Must be comfortable working with others in social settings

Environment

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world‑renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and a unique opportunity for timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and interaction with a broad range of researchers worldwide through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $18.61–$20.93. The hourly rate listed is a good‑faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

EEO Statement

CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, candidates should create an account and apply to the position found here: Position ID 01817.

Location: Cold Spring Harbor, NY.