EVENT CATERING WAIT STAFF (ON CALL)

Compass Group•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Culinaire has an opening for an on-call EVENT CATERING WAIT STAFF position at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago, IL. This role requires availability on days, evenings, and weekends as needed. The position is responsible for assembling, delivering, setting up, and serving food and beverages to guests at various events, both on-premise and off-premise. The company, Culinaire, provides upscale food and beverage management services and prioritizes associate career paths, safety, and success, as well as client satisfaction.

Requirements

Previous catering and serving experience is required.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must meet any applicable state and local health requirements for food handlers.

Responsibilities

Assembles and delivers all food and supplies for catered functions to the scheduled locations.
Arranges tables and decorations.
Sets buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to pre-established standards.
Serves food and beverages to guests.
Cleans and packs dishes and utensils.
Returns un-served foods and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to the Commissary.
Checks to ensure that all display foods are merchandised attractively according to pre-established standards.
Handles foods items appropriately during preparation.
Serves food neatly and attractively according to pre-established standards.
Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
Assists with food and table prep before events begin.
Serves plated dinners to guests and responds to requests for beverages, appetizers and other needs.
Serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Opens wine and takes drink orders.
Cleans up venue after event ends and assists with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks.
Performs other duties as assigned.