Cafe & Catering Attendant – Element

Great Performances•New York, NY

1d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. This woman-owned business serving New York City for over four decades has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm, located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices. We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality Our Core Values: Craftsmanship: Developing new menus, designs, and moments to deliver engaging experiences to our clients and guests. People: creating fair access, opportunity, and advancement for everyone. Our employees are our greatest asset. Sustainability: upholding and elevating standards for sustainable behaviors that support our planet. Collaboration: aligning with our clients, colleagues’, and community’s visions to execute a successful experience. Doing Good Through Food: engaging in action around food access, health and wellness, education, and philanthropy. We are seeking an energetic and customer-focused Café Attendant to support the daily operations of our cafe and occasional special events. The successful candidate will ensure the cafe food and beverage service buffets are well executed, thoughtfully set up, consistently maintained, and cleaned up daily. The candidate will also assist with dishwashing and helping the chef as needed, though no cooking will be required. This role is key to creating a welcoming environment for guests and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Previous experience in catering, food service, or hospitality preferred.
Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage cafe and catering responsibilities simultaneously.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
Basic knowledge of food handling and sanitation practices.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

Operate the cafe and dining area, including handling food and beverage preparation, and ensuring the space is clean and well-organized.
Assist in the set-up, breakdown, and cleanup of food service.
Stock and replenish café items (buffet, breakfast, lunch, coffee, pastries, snacks, etc.) as needed.
Assist with dishwashing daily, as needed.
Serve food and beverages to guests in a courteous and professional manner.
Provide excellent customer service to cafe patrons, addressing requests and inquiries promptly.
Maintain a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for customers, ensuring the café is clean and inviting.
Monitor cafe inventory levels and work with the General Manager to order supplies when needed.
Collaborate with the kitchen, catering, and facilities teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
Communicate any guest feedback or special requests to the catering or café manager.
Assist in light food preparation as required, under the direction of the culinary team.
Ensure compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations.