Flexible-Hours Event Catering Assistant

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly rate

Diverse events and venues

Hands-on event experience

Supportive work environment

Local East London catering service

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic Catering Assistants to provide on-site support for events in East London, Eastern Cape. You will help with food and beverage service, setup, breakdown, and guest satisfaction, working as part of a professional catering team.

The role offers flexible hours, hands-on experience in the events industry, and the chance to develop customer service and teamwork skills while working at diverse functions across the city.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual and with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
• Physically capable of standing for extended periods and carrying trays.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event space setup, including table settings, buffet arrangements and decor.
• Serve food and beverages to guests in a professional manner.
• Replenish stations during events to ensure continuous service.
• Clear tables and maintain cleanliness during service.
• Assist with breakdown and cleanup after functions.
• Respond promptly to guest requests and follow supervisors' instructions on service procedures.
• Adhere to health, safety and hygiene standards throughout the event.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth catering delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic Catering Assistants to provide on-site support for events in East London, Eastern Cape. You will help with food and beverage service, setup, breakdown, and guest satisfaction, working as part of a professional catering team.

The role offers flexible hours, hands-on experience in the events industry, and the chance to develop customer service and teamwork skills while working at diverse functions across the city.