ATTENDANT, CATERING

Compass Group•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides polished, attentive food and beverage service for premium catered events while ensuring exceptional presentation and seamless execution. Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Levy is a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

Requirements

Must possess or able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers' permit where required by state law.
Open availability, including holidays, evenings and weekends
Must have experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or high‑end catering
Strong service instincts and elevated hospitality standards
Calm, confident leadership style in high-visibility environments
Professional presence and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to lift and transport catering equipment and supplies (up to 50 lbs)

Responsibilities

Delivers polished, attentive service for upscale catered events, premium hospitality functions, and fine dining experiences
Executes food and beverage service according to established fine dining and high-end catering standards
Professionally serves plated meals, passed hors d’oeuvres, buffet presentations, beverages, and other catered offerings
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail in table settings, place settings, buffet displays, service stations, and overall event presentation
Sets and maintains elegant dining and event spaces, including tables, linens, décor, serviceware, glassware, and other presentation elements
Maintains strong knowledge of menus, ingredients, preparation methods, beverage offerings, and service standards to confidently assist guests
Anticipates guest needs and provides warm, discreet, and highly attentive service throughout the dining experience
Maintains professional composure, appearance, and service etiquette in fast-paced, high-profile hospitality environments
Coordinates closely with culinary, catering, and event leadership to ensure seamless timing and execution of service
Monitors and maintains proper food temperatures, presentation standards, and product quality throughout catered functions
Maintains buffet tables, service stations, and dining areas to ensure they remain clean, organized, fully stocked, and visually impeccable
Efficiently clears, resets, and maintains tables while minimizing disruption to the guest experience
Assists with the careful handling, organization, and return of china, glassware, flatware, serving equipment, and catering supplies
Completes event breakdown and restoration of service areas to established cleanliness and presentation standards
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment while consistently following food safety, sanitation, and responsible service procedures
Creates a welcoming and memorable guest experience through genuine hospitality, professionalism, and personalized service
Performs additional duties as assigned to support exceptional event execution and guest satisfaction