Premium Catering Attendant | Part-Time | Penn State University Athletics

Position Summary

The Premium Catering Attendant is responsible for serving guests in the suites and catered events. The Premium Catering Attendant must be personable and able to work in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the setup of food service areas within specific suites and club areas based upon pre-order
• Ensuring all assigned suites are set prior to event based upon communication received of orders
• Organization and preparation of events in assigned locations
• Assisting in closing out financials per event and ensuring correct billing takes place
• Monitoring and maintaining food quality
• Following all company policies and procedures, upholding safety and sanitation standards, and ensuring a positive atmosphere for team members and guests
• Monitoring and enforcing safe alcohol policies and procedures
• Monitoring and maintaining inventory control and product requisition fulfilling
• Having full knowledge of food and beverage menu items and accompaniments
• Supervising the service of beverages to guests, including alcoholic beverages. Checking the guest's ID to verify the minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages
• Observing guests to respond to any additional requests
• Ensuring suites has all necessary serving ware
• Maintaining sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
• Demonstrating ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance
• Assuring that the location equipment is operable and clean prior to the start of the event
• Recognizing guests that are visibly intoxicated and taking action to cut off alcohol to such individuals
• All other duties as assigned by the managers and supervisors

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment
• Previous experience in the food service industry is preferred
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
• Possess a valid food handling certificate or alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly
• Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation, and product inventory

Pay

$17.00-$19.00 per hour, tip eligible.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401(k) matching