Newport Aquarium Events Catering Buffet Attendant

Newport Aquarium; Newport (KY, RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned aquarium, where you will play a crucial role in creating memorable dining experiences for guests. As a Catering Buffet Attendant, you will ensure the buffet area is inviting and well-stocked, while providing excellent service and accommodating dietary needs. This position offers flexible hours around event schedules, allowing you to balance work with your personal commitments. Enjoy perks like profit sharing, free admission for family, and discounts at on-site cafes. Be part of a culture that values kindness, teamwork, and a positive guest experience.

Benefits

Profit Sharing and 401K Plan

Free Entrance for Dependents

Complimentary Tickets

Discounts at Cafes and Gift Shop

Discounted Tickets for Friends and Family

Training and Development

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Excellent communication skills and friendly demeanor.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and replenish buffet items for events.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the buffet area.
• Assist guests with information about food options.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

Experience in Food Service

Job description

Description

Catering Buffet Attendants are needed only for events. Our events calendar is published 3 months in advance so you can see which events fit your schedule. Most events are during the evenings. Weekly hours cannot be guaranteed yet you will have the flexibility to work around your schedule.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitor and replenish buffet items to ensure a continuous and attractive presentation of food.
2. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the buffet area, including utensils, plates, and serving dishes.
3. Assist guests by providing information about food options and accommodating dietary restrictions.
4. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling and service.
5. Collaborate with kitchen staff to communicate inventory needs and special requests.
6. Support overall dining operations by assisting with setup and breakdown of the buffet, and assist with ding table bussing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Able to display and live out our Lead with Love principles strongly rooted in the company culture by being: patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, and dedicated.
2. Previous experience in a food service or hospitality role preferred.
3. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.
4. Excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
5. Knowledge of food safety standards and practices.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
7. Familiarity with food service equipment and buffet setups.
8. Basic understanding of inventory management practices.
9. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
10. Positive attitude and a willingness to assist guests and colleagues.
11. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a flexible approach to work.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Successful completion of post-offer background check
2. Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop
3. Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
4. Reliable transportation as public bus service is not typically available at the conclusion of most evening events

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

1. Profit Sharing and 401K Plan with company match
2. Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises' properties
3. Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period
4. Discounts at Sharky's Cafe, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop
5. Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family
6. Training and development

You can expect to work on projects that have never been done before - ideas that are unproven, and concepts that make people smile. You can expect to have fun and be treated with respect the minute you start...and through to the end. You can expect to work in an environment that is highly innovative and low in politics - truthful and filled with smart people; all while providing the BEST GUEST EXPERIENCE IN THE NATION!

And most of all, you can expect to work hard and make a difference in our world by helping to bring families closer together.

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Newport Aquarium, one of the many properties owned by Herschend Enterprises, prides itself on creating memories worth repeating. Our Core Values - greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, and constantly improving - give us purpose and guidance.