Kennywood - Stratwood Catering (White Oak, PA)

Splish Splash Water Park • White Oak, PA

11d

About The Position

A Catering Host supports onsite and offsite catered events by preparing and serving food, providing customer service, replenishing supplies, maintaining safe and clean work areas, and completing administrative and cleaning tasks. The role serves large groups, including through buffet-style service, and helps set up and break down events. Team members may also support other park Food & Beverage departments during the operating season.

The position is based in a variety of indoor and outdoor event locations. Work may involve late hours for some events, variable weather, heat and humidity, high noise levels, frequent interruptions and repetitive motion, and handling cleaning chemicals. The job requires standing and walking for most of the workday and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing 30 pounds or more.

Requirements

• Must be at least 14 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and later evening hours during certain events.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from scheduled shifts.
• Ability to comply with uniform policies and refrain from consuming alcohol while on the job.
• Safety-oriented mindset and understanding of the importance of complying with state and local food preparation and serving regulations.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to address questions, problems, issues, and concerns positively and professionally.
• Ability to follow directions, multitask, and work as part of a fast-paced catering team.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for most of the workday.
• Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above the shoulders.
• Ability to withstand heat and humidity from food preparation and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in catering, food service, or a restaurant.
• Spanish or other bilingual language skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, answer questions, and manage accurate transactions.
• Assist with buffet-style service for large groups of guests.
• Prepare food according to product specifications and procedures.
• Replenish condiments, beverages, and food supplies while keeping the work area clean.
• Participate in setting up and breaking down catered events.
• Follow company and industry policies, procedures, and best practices to maintain a safe environment.
• Monitor product quality and communicate shrinkage or waste to the lead or supervisor.
• Promptly escalate maintenance issues, safety hazards, and emergencies to the proper authorities.
• Support other park Food & Beverage departments during the operating season as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Opportunity to cross-train and learn skills across various departments.
• Free admission to Kennywood and other parks on days off.
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season.

What This Job Offers

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