Catering and Events Lead

Sifted • South San Francisco, CA

12d • $27 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Sifted is hiring a Catering & Events Lead to support the successful execution of onsite catering and special events. The role is suited to a hospitality-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and can lead while staying organized.

The Catering and Events Lead oversees event setup, service, and breakdown, collaborating with culinary, service, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution. The position helps deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain Sifted's hospitality standards, and support event preparation and daily food service operations as needed. The job is based onsite in client offices and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Requirements

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, event operations, or food and beverage service.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to support and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and demonstrate ownership of daily responsibilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing event needs.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Understanding of food safety, cleanliness, presentation, and exceptional guest service.
• Reliability, flexibility, and willingness to adjust schedule based on event and operational needs.
• Positive, team-first attitude and pride in creating memorable guest experiences.
• Must maintain a ServSafe Food Handler card; the company pays for it.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and bend, squat, and reach.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee onsite catering and special events from setup through breakdown.
• Ensure seamless event execution while maintaining Sifted's standards for hospitality, presentation, and service.
• Collaborate with culinary, service, and operations teams to ensure events run smoothly.
• Assist with event preparation, organization, inventory management, and setup.
• Monitor food and beverage service, anticipate guest needs, and ensure timely replenishment.
• Provide guidance and support to team members during event execution.
• Serve as a point of contact for event organizers, management, and internal teams.
• Balance catering and event responsibilities with daily food service operations as needed.
• Proactively identify and resolve challenges to maintain a positive guest experience.
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming event spaces while following food safety and sanitation standards.

Benefits

• $27 per hour compensation.
• Company-sponsored health insurance plans, including a 100% company-paid HDHP, with vision and dental opt-in.
• 401(k) program available after six months of employment.
• 80 hours of PTO with each year of employment.
• 10 company-paid holidays.
• Paid winter break from December 24 through January 1.
• Free lunch during meal service.
• Opportunities to take on larger roles within the organization and learn with a fast-growing start-up.
• Company-paid ServSafe Food Handler card.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed