Part-Time Catering Assistant — Flexible Hours & Events

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join a Bloemfontein-based events team. You will support food preparation, setup, service and cleanup for catering events, ensuring guests receive excellent service and events run smoothly.

This part-time role offers flexible hours in a hospitality-focused environment, with opportunities to work closely with the catering team and gain valuable experience in event operations.

Qualifications

• Reliable and enthusiastic candidate with an interest in hospitality.
• Willing to assist with food prep, service, and cleanup.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced events environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing food items according to recipes and instructions.
• Set up catering equipment, serving stations, and dining areas for events.
• Serve food and beverages to guests in a polite and efficient manner.
• Clear tables, clean up event spaces, and wash dishes and equipment post-event.
• Support kitchen staff with tasks such as chopping vegetables, organizing ingredients, and maintaining cleanliness.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join a Bloemfontein-based events team. You will support food preparation, setup, service and cleanup for catering events, ensuring guests receive excellent service and events run smoothly.

This part-time role offers flexible hours in a hospitality-focused environment, with opportunities to work closely with the catering team and gain valuable experience in event operations.