Café & Catering Associate

Thornburg Investment Management • Santa Fe, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Café & Catering Associate is a versatile, hands-on role that provides critical support in daily café operations, including food preparation, café maintenance, and assisting the Café Manager as second-in-command. In addition to café responsibilities, this role supports catering for meetings and events, assists with administrative tasks within Corporate Administration, and provides backup reception coverage as needed. This is a dynamic position ideal for someone who enjoys working in food service while supporting workplace hospitality and operations.

Requirements

• Experience in food service, office services, facilities, or a similar role preferred.
• Ability to obtain/maintain NMED-approved Food Handler Card
• Experience with expense reimbursement/management procedures a plus.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including email and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt to changing needs.
• Flexibility to work beyond normal office hours when called upon for coverage and special events.
• Familiarity with or passion for food service, vendor management, and event coordination.
• Customer service experience in a professional environment.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Café Manager with all aspects of daily café operations, including food preparation, cooking assistance, and maintaining health code standards.
• Perform daily cleaning of café areas, kitchen equipment, and tools to ensure a safe, sanitary environment.
• Stock and restock café products, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate with vendors for deliveries.
• Serve as a second-in-command to the Café Manager, supporting workflow, training, and operational consistency.
• Assist with catering setup, breakdown, and cleanup for meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Coordinate conference room setups and ensure meeting spaces are reset with necessary supplies.
• Greet and assist guests during events to ensure a positive experience.
• Provide backup coverage at the reception desk, greeting visitors, issuing temporary badges, and maintaining daily logs.
• Assist with office supply management and vendor coordination.
• Process expense reports for Corporate Administration as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including support for special projects and events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer 401(k) safe harbor and profit-sharing contributions.
• Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, flexible paid time off, paid parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, student loan repayment program, & education reimbursement program.
• Community involvement opportunities.
• Onsite cafeteria.
• Onsite fitness center.
• Referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees