Catering Server (SF)

Just Fare • San Francisco, CA

3d • $21 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Catering Server manages the hospitality experience through daily meal execution and snack programs for corporate catering clients. The role performs front-of-house responsibilities, including setting up and breaking down daily meal service and maintaining a clean service environment. The server may be asked to cross-train in basic culinary positions or techniques as needed to support the team.

Just Fare is a food-service company based in Oakland, California, that serves workplaces and also operates event catering, commercial kitchen design services, and a community kitchen. Its mission is to use food as a force for social change. Just Fare states that 1% of its revenue supports donated meals through Just Fare Community Kitchen.

The Workplace business unit prepares and serves food for Bay Area companies and institutions. It selects ingredients from organic, local, independent farms, prioritizing BIPOC- and women-owned purveyors, and provides meals designed for varied dietary sensitivities and preferences.

Availability Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. is required, and shifts may occasionally run longer. Monday and Friday availability is preferred, though shifts vary. Typical schedules may range from Monday through Friday, with hours depending on the client and service. Employees manage their schedules based on their availability in coordination with supervisors.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a hospitality environment and a passion for food and people.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, communication skills, and patience.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, with schedule flexibility based on business needs.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions on the fly.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and help load and unload items from a van.
• Understanding of safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.
• A smartphone or mobile device for daily communications.
• Basic Food Handler Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills, including use of documents, spreadsheets, and Google Docs.
• Good knowledge of local products, producers, and farms.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down daily meal services and other service points.
• Help uphold Just Fare hospitality standards.
• Replenish the service line and answer questions throughout service.
• Serve as a friendly host in office kitchen areas.
• Create authentic connections with the client community.
• Maintain a clean and organized work and service environment.
• Help prepare signage for offerings.
• Monitor and record food temperatures and service times for safety and sanitation.
• Assist with transporting food to and from onsite delivery docks, including loading and unloading vans.
• Support snack and drink services at client sites as needed.
• Send detailed end-of-service reports daily.

Benefits

• Cell phone stipend.
• 401(k) retirement account for all employees after 90 days.
• Pre-tax parking and transportation commuter benefits after 30 days.
• Daily meals provided onsite at the Oakland Commissary Kitchen.
• Opportunity to develop skills and work with the team on social-change initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed