Event Catering Assistant

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Staff meals provided during shifts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Event Catering Assistant to support catering services for events in Paarl. This hands-on role covers setup, service, and breakdown, ensuring top-quality guest experiences aligned with the client’s brand standards.

Join a dynamic catering team in a fast-paced environment, with exposure to diverse high-profile events and potential training and advancement within the catering team. Competitive hourly wage and team meals are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or customer service role is advantageous.
• Strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and breakdown of catering stations, buffets, and bar areas for events.
• Serve food and beverages to guests in a polite, efficient, and professional manner.
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of event spaces, including clearing tables and managing waste.
• Support the catering team with food preparation and plating as directed.
• Respond to guest requests and inquiries promptly and courteously.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout event operations.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and organized Event Catering Assistant to support the delivery of exceptional catering services for a variety of events in Paarl . This role is hands-on, involving direct assistance in event setup, service execution, and breakdown, ensuring every detail is managed to perfection. You will work closely with the catering team, contributing to a seamless guest experience and upholding the high standards of our client's brand. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual passionate about the hospitality industry to gain valuable experience in event operations and client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and breakdown of catering stations, buffets, and bar areas for events.
• Serve food and beverages to guests in a polite, efficient, and professional manner.
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of event spaces, including clearing tables and managing waste.
• Support the catering team with food preparation and plating as directed.
• Respond to guest requests and inquiries promptly and courteously.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout event operations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or customer service role is advantageous.
• Strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Exposure to diverse and high-profile events.
• Opportunities for training and advancement within the catering team.
• Team-oriented work environment with supportive colleagues.
• Staff meals provided during shifts.