CATERING ATTENDANT (SEASONAL)

Location: Wesleyan University - 45 Wyllys Avenue, Middletown, CT 06459

Schedule

• Seasonal; days may vary (minimum two shifts a week)
• 4 to 20 hours per week

Pay

Fixed pay rate: $22.00 per hour

Internal employee referral bonus available

About the role

Delivers and serves food at scheduled functions under the supervision of the catering captain. Ensures the accurate execution of all events during his/her shift. May drive a catering delivery truck.

• Sets up and serves at functions
• Cleans event area during and after events
• Breaks down the setup and leaves the area neat and clean
• Returns leftover food and equipment to the catering facility in a timely manner

Responsibilities

• Assembles and delivers all food and supplies for catered functions to their scheduled locations
• Logs and maintains food temperatures
• Arranges tables and decorations
• Arranges buffet tables with food, beverage, and service items according to standards
• Serves food and beverages to guests
• Thoroughly cleans location after event is completed
• Returns food and beverages, serving equipment, and utensils to catering facility
• Distributes and collects customer comment cards for catered functions
• Stocks, cleans, and maintains catering facility and equipment
• Ensures guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of complete menu and products on hand
• Maintains clean and safe work environment
• Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• No prior experience required; willing to train
• Valid driver's license may be required
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol server's permit where required by state law

Benefits

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.