Performing basic food preparation tasks, which include washing, peeling, and cutting fruit and vegetables, seasoning and slicing meats, and preparing sauces and salads.
Setting up dining and buffet areas as per the Catering Manager's instructions.
Ensuring all tableware and chafing dishes are properly cleaned and sanitized before each catering event.
Taking inventory of ingredients and catering supplies and ordering new stock as required.
Loading and unloading food, tableware, and catering supplies onto and off catering vehicles.
Appropriately storing clean chafing dishes, tableware, platters, and equipment after each catering event.
Answering guests' catering-related questions during events and addressing all complaints.
Assisting in the development and implementation of marketing strategies to promote catering services.
Assisting in all duties related to customer billing.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Proven experience working in the catering industry.
A food handler's license.
Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to work as part of a team.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.