Night Tray Set-Up Specialist – Cold-Prep & Flight Ops

Abby's Catering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Abby’s Catering in Houston is seeking a Tray Set Up Associate to support cold production in a 24/7 facility. You will follow HACCP guidelines, assist with production, and ensure on-time flight operations while maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include portioning, labeling, rotating inventory, and working closely with Supervisors to meet tight deadlines. Prior experience is a plus; willingness to work nights and weekends is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship).
• Food Handler Certificate required (or ability to obtain).
• Previous kitchen, food production, or food-handling experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret menu cards, portion charts, and loading diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and assemble cold food items and meal trays according to recipes, specifications, and diagrams
• Follow detailed loading instructions, menu cards, and portion guides
• Label, date, and rotate inventory using FIFO methods
• Inspect food items for quality, accuracy, and contamination
• Maintain high accuracy to minimize waste and ensure 100% order completion
• Work collaboratively with Supervisors and team members to meet flight departure times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe cold production area
• Support additional production tasks as assigned
• Promote teamwork and a respectful, positive work environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Reading charts

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Abby’s Catering in Houston is seeking a Tray Set Up Associate to support cold production in a 24/7 facility. You will follow HACCP guidelines, assist with production, and ensure on-time flight operations while maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include portioning, labeling, rotating inventory, and working closely with Supervisors to meet tight deadlines. Prior experience is a plus; willingness to work nights and weekends is essential.