Updated: July 26, 2024 - The Catering Assistant carries out all designated tasks meticulously and upholds the high standards set in the food preparation area. This role contributes to the physical operation of the kitchen, including food preparation and service areas, and ensures efficient workflow and quality service. The assistant also complies with standard operational procedures for both internal operations and external suppliers.


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1. Catering Assistant, Green Plate Events, Albany, NY
Job Summary:
- Assisting the Chef to load the meals into the Burlodge hot boxes, each dish labeled with the correct resident name
- Deliver meals to the servery on each floor, plug in the machine to keep the meals warm, and notice on the report the time the Burlodge was delivered
- Collecting the Burlodges from each floor and returning them to the kitchen once the meal service has concluded
- Reviewing the stock levels in the fridges that are located on each floor and replenishing supplies such as juice, milk, etc. daily
- Preparing the tea and coffee trolleys and delivering a fully loaded trolley to each floor for morning tea every day
- Using the kitchen commercial dishwashers, thoroughly clean all plates, dishes, cutlery and glasses
- Cleaning the service on each floor and restocking with glasses, cups, saucers and dishes that belong on that floor
- Cleaning the kitchen equipment within the dining room on each floor (fridge, microwave, toaster, etc)
- Maintaining the coffee machines on each floor (and lobby) in good working order (clean, full of milk, etc)
Skills on Resume:
- Attention to Detail (Hard Skills)
- Organizational Skills (Hard Skills)
- Time Management (Hard Skills)
- Teamwork (Soft Skills)
- Communication Skills (Soft Skills)
- Hygiene and Safety Standards (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
2. Catering Assistant, Sunshine Catering Co., Orlando, FL
Job Summary:
- Deep cleaning sections of the commercial kitchen as per the cleaning schedule, such as fridges, trolleys, shelves, servery, storage areas, etc)
- Deep cleaning sections of the commercial kitchen to close for the day
- Completing the Daily Kitchen Report, indicating the time activities are completed, temperatures where food is stored, etc, and sign off
- Creating a positive work environment, demonstrating the Greengate values in the daily actions
- Engaging with all team members positively and respectfully, welcoming a culturally diverse team and maintaining a cohesive team spirit
- Diligently following all WHS policies and procedures, being vigilant for risk and promptly reporting all hazards
- Working to enrich the lives of residents and make a positive impact within the team and the company
- Assist with the cleaning of all crockery, cutlery and service utensils
- Contribute towards the delivery of hospitality and events around the site including the set-up, service and clear-down
Skills on Resume:
- Deep Cleaning Expertise (Hard Skills)
- Daily Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Positive Work Environment (Soft Skills)
- Team Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Health and Safety Awareness (Hard Skills)
- Resident and Team Impact (Soft Skills)
- Service Assistance (Hard Skills)
- Event Support (Hard Skills)
3. Catering Assistant, Eventful Plates, Columbus, OH
Job Summary:
- Assist the Chef with the food preparation and cooking.
- Maintaining the department`s cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Complete all HACCP forms, and ensure all waste is managed correctly
- Comply with relevant legal obligations, Company Guidelines and Procedures
- Take responsibility for preparing food to the highest standard
- Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the department
- Adhere to production planning and batch control guidelines for all products
- Take responsibility for conducting quality and freshness checks
- Attend relevant training and implement learnings in-store.
Skills on Resume:
- Food Preparation and Cooking (Hard Skills)
- Hygiene Standards (Hard Skills)
- HACCP Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Legal Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Quality Food Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Stocktaking and Waste Management (Hard Skills)
- Production Planning and Batch Control (Hard Skills)
- Quality and Freshness Checks (Hard Skills)
4. Catering Assistant, Elite Serving Staff, Austin, TX
Job Summary:
- Assist the Cook in the preparation and cooking of meals
- Provide support in the preparation, cooking and serving of meals to meet dietary and cultural requirements
- Act up in the absence of the Cook and take over duties and responsibilities
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness following the relevant regulations and catering standards
- Daily cleaning of all areas following the cleaning schedule.
- Adhere to all food hygiene regulations
- Assist the Cook in developing the catering service.
- Place routine service requests with property management
- Reconfigure tables, chairs and dividing partitions for boardroom and cafeteria meetings
- Ensure timely reporting of any issues regarding the quality of food being catered by the caterer
Skills on Resume:
- Cooking Assistance (Hard Skills)
- Meal Preparation and Service (Hard Skills)
- Leadership and Delegation (Soft Skills)
- Food Hygiene and Safety (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning and Sanitation (Hard Skills)
- Compliance with Regulations (Hard Skills)
- Catering Service Development (Soft Skills)
- Facilities Management (Hard Skills)
5. Catering Assistant, Blue Skies Caterers, Nashville, TN
Job Summary:
- Provide a hospitality-focused, consistent and viable focal point (single point of contact) for the wide range of support services provided by the firm
- Address needs and submit tickets or coordinate resources
- Ensure conference rooms are clean, basic supplies have been stocked, work paper files have been removed and the area is ready to be used.
- Assist with the coordination of catering requests for client meetings and escort caterers to assigned conference rooms
- Review daily meeting agendas to make sure they have everything they need.
- Confirm the meeting end time and inform them if there will be another meeting starting right afterward.
- Ensure conference rooms are clean and (free of leftover food, papers, etc.) and ready for each meeting
- Maintain familiarity with all equipment and be able to troubleshoot minor issues, and report issues to client IT
- Check in with and greet guests, provide an introduction office space and ensure they have everything they need to get their day started
Skills on Resume:
- Hospitality Management (Soft Skills)
- Service Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Facilities Management (Hard Skills)
- Catering Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Organizational Skills (Soft Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Soft Skills)
- Technical Proficiency (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
6. Catering Assistant, Heritage Event Catering, Denver, CO
Job Summary:
- Check-in with guests shortly before their scheduled departure and offer assistance (taxi, directions, outgoing mail, etc.)
- Reception coverage and Mail Print operations support
- Order and serve catered food and beverages to staff and clients in a professional manner
- Set up and clear catered luncheons efficiently and on time
- Replenish consumable supplies in lunchrooms, lounges and coffee stations
- Coordinate coffee station product inventory orders
- Collaborate with administrative staff to meet and catering requirements
- Review catering and meeting room requests arriving in the site mailbox, respond to requests on time
- Work with the landlord if building services are required (i.e. after-hours access, freight elevator).
Skills on Resume:
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Reception and Operations Support (Hard Skills)
- Catering Management (Hard Skills)
- Event Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
- Communication Skills (Soft Skills)
- Vendor Management (Hard Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Soft Skills)
7. Catering Assistant, Festive Fork Catering, Las Vegas, NV
Job Summary:
- Present, serve and replenish food and beverages at the service points.
- Prepare and cook food menu items for service periods
- Provide a high level of customer service, and operate tills within all catering outlets.
- Keep the surrounding area and any seating areas clean, both during and after service periods.
- Carry out daily cleaning duties within all outlets.
- Observe correct hygiene practices, including a high standard of personal cleanliness and appearance.
- Observe responsibilities as laid down by the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- Ensure a high level of security is always maintained.
- Adhere to the Company Health and Safety Policy and guidelines, and promote Equality and Diversity.
- Carry out other associated duties which are reasonable and commensurate with the grade
Skills on Resume:
- Food and Beverage Service (Hard Skills)
- Food Preparation and Cooking (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Cleaning and Hygiene (Hard Skills)
- Hygiene Practices (Hard Skills)
- Health and Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Security Awareness (Hard Skills)
- Promotion of Equality and Diversity (Soft Skills)
8. Catering Assistant, Savory Event Services, Phoenix, AZ
Job Summary:
- Food preparation tasks, and hygiene and cleanliness of food preparation areas
- Take responsibility for food serving and basic cleaning tasks
- Organize food preparation areas and adhere to all food safety procedures
- Support service to residents in a timely and professional fashion
- Follow the agreed HACCP standards and procedures
- General food preparation such as washing and peeling produce
- Operating tills, and making sauces and dressings
- Take responsibility for delivering excellent customer service
- Washing utensils and dishes, storing and sorting ingredients properly.
- Ensuring food prep areas are clean and in line with health and safety and food hygiene procedures.
Skills on Resume:
- Food Safety and Hygiene (Hard Skills)
- Food Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Organizational Skills (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning and Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Teamwork (Soft Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Soft Skills)
9. Catering Assistant, Premier Platters, Atlanta, GA
Job Summary:
- Ensure dishes are washed on time, and the kitchen is kept clean and tidy at all times
- Delivering fruit, and milk to staff floors, keeping staff kitchens clean and tidy
- Set up for all meetings, breakfast, morning teas, lunches, afternoon teas and evening functions, including all food and dishes
- Receive beverage orders, prepare accordingly and deliver to meetings including barista coffee
- Maintain a high standard of hygiene, food delivery and discipline in the kitchen
- Make sure appropriate stock levels of food and drink are maintained
- Assist with the setting up service counters, serving food and clearing down of area afterwards
- Assisting the chef with any food prep requirements
- Deal with patient queries or requests in a polite and efficient manner
- Maintain standards of safety and hygiene per legislation and other statutory requirements
Skills on Resume:
- Time Management (Hard Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Hard Skills)
- Organizational Skills (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Teamwork (Soft Skills)
- Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
- Food Safety and Hygiene (Hard Skills)
- Communication Skills (Soft Skills)
10. Catering Assistant, Summit Catering Professionals, Seattle, WA
Job Summary:
- Keep the Catering, Restaurant, and Coffee shop area tidy organized and replenished
- Working on the tills and serving customers
- Serving food and beverages to customers
- Support customers with any service requirements
- Report any deficiency or issue to the line manager immediately
- Attend all required company and departmental training
- Helping to promote a strong culture of safe working practices and demonstrating risk awareness at all times.
- Work additional hours and participate in a flexible shift rotation arrangement.
- Undertake all duties in line with Health and Safety and food hygiene regulations
- Carry out any other duties commensurate with the post/grade as may be allocated by the Catering Supervisor.
Skills on Resume:
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Organizational Skills (Hard Skills)
- Communication Skills (Soft Skills)
- Teamwork (Soft Skills)
- Adaptability (Soft Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Hard Skills)
- Training Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Problem-Solving (Soft Skills)
11. Catering Assistant, Harmony Catering, Charlotte, NC
Job Summary:
- Assist in the running of the College's catering outlet " Urban Cafe" and related menus, stock, and resources
- Prepare basic food items and refreshments as well as operate Catering equipment
- Assist the Catering Supervisor in monitoring the quality of the service for the customers
- Ensure that all catering operations reflect the needs of the clientele.
- Serve from and maintain the food counters efficiently and professionally
- Maintaining a special awareness of Safeguarding and student needs/behaviors, dietary and religious requirements.
- Effectively operate a cash register, chip and pin and contact-less equipment, counterfeit equipment and cash up takings for daily banking.
- Undertake regular stock control duties and complete all documentation and calculations.
- Keep all work areas, tableware and equipment clean and tidy at all times and comply with an operational cleaning schedule.
- Handle and transport stock within the building, within operational procedures, including manual handling and use of trolleys.
Skills on Resume:
- Food Preparation and Handling (Hard Skills)
- Catering Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Menu Management (Hard Skills)
- Cash Handling (Hard Skills)
- Stock Control (Hard Skills)
- Cleanliness and Hygiene (Hard Skills)
- Safety and Compliance (Hard Skills)
12. Catering Assistant, Crystal Banquet Services, Minneapolis, MN
Job Summary:
- Provides general office support, and support for weekly journal transfers.
- Schedule appointments, deliver and pick up mail, parking permits, checks and payments, meal vouchers and supplies.
- Answer, screen calls and take initial inquiries.
- Distribute event orders and weekly event listings.
- Creates processes and policies for the office, including Standard Operating Procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Assists in planning, organizing, implementing and staffing larger or more complex events
- Prepares billing and invoices for conferences and catered functions.
- Plans, organizes and manages small non-complex conferences and catering functions.
- Site tour with potential clients, and walk-through with existing clients to confirm plans and space setup.
- Manages meal voucher marketing, sales and billing.
- Acts as on-site contact for after-hours or weekend events occasionally.
- Coordinates catering pick-ups and delivers orders
Skills on Resume:
- Office Administration (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Event Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Financial Management (Hard Skills)
- Policy and Procedure Development (Hard Skills)
- Client Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
- Marketing and Sales Support (Hard Skills)
- On-site Event Management (Hard Skills)
13. Catering Assistant, Metro Feast Catering, Kansas City, MO
Job Summary:
- Undertake food preparation and cooking depending on the venue’s menu and service standards.
- Present all food according to the departmental standards in a friendly and efficient timescale
- Ensuring the use of food preparation equipment is maintained, cleaned and in good working order.
- Ensure that a venue has sufficient stock and equipment for the day/week's predicted business levels
- Undertake any preparation required for functions and events
- Assisting with room set up and equipment lists, visiting different venues across campus and servicing the catering requirements for that event.
- Assisting in the kitchen or other venues with any general tasks required
- Undertake daily and weekly cleaning tasks to the required standard completing
- Ensure that compliance with Food Safety and HACCP documentation, risk assessments and health and safety regulations is followed and met at all times, reporting any defects to the supervisor.
Skills on Resume:
- Food Preparation and Cooking (Hard Skills)
- Food Presentation (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Stock Management (Hard Skills)
- Event Preparation (Hard Skills)
- General Assistance (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning and Hygiene (Hard Skills)
- Compliance and Safety (Hard Skills)
14. Catering Assistant, Golden Hour Events, Sacramento, CA
Job Summary:
- Preparing fresh products daily for those using the Head-office restaurant
- Take responsibility for daily breakfast and lunch set-up
- Monitoring and complying with standards in food safety and health and safety, in particular fridge/reheating temperatures
- Listening to, and acting on, feedback to improve the operation and/or products offered
- Supporting the food development team with pub menu development
- Cleaning and preparing meeting rooms and areas for events as requested by the client.
- Arranging catering orders with external vendors and delivering based on set schedules.
- Correspond with the client to schedule events.
- Maintaining kitchen and shared areas.
- Cleaning and storing cutlery and dishware, and disposing of food items.
- Maintaining inventory in the kitchen and shared areas.
Skills on Resume:
- Food Safety and Health Standards (Hard Skills)
- Menu Development Support (Hard Skills)
- Event Setup and Catering (Hard Skills)
- Client Communication (Soft Skills)
- Feedback Handling (Soft Skills)
- Kitchen Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Daily Operations Management (Hard Skills)
- Adaptability and Teamwork (Soft Skills)
15. Catering Assistant, Sapphire Catering Services, Milwaukee, WI
Job Summary:
- Receiving and checking deliveries, reporting any discrepancies at the time of delivery.
- Putting away any deliveries in relevant storage areas, making sure of correct stock rotation.
- Placing orders through the indicator system when required.
- Assisting in the preparation of basic food items to be sold as part of the catering offer.
- Serving customers as and when required including operating the Barista coffee machine and cash handling for sales.
- Preparing and delivering any hospitality arrangements around the building when required.
- Carrying out all cleaning duties as per the site-specific cleaning schedule.
- Carrying out weekly deep cleaning of refrigeration units and surrounding areas in restaurants.
- Carrying out and recording temperature recordings as stated in the G4S Food Safety Systems.
- Wearing branded uniform and safety footwear ensuring it is smart and presentable at all times.
Skills on Resume:
- Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
- Order Placement (Hard Skills)
- Food Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Hospitality Management (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning and Sanitation (Hard Skills)
- Food Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Personal Presentation (Soft Skills)
16. Catering Assistant, Coastal Catering, Miami, FL
Job Summary:
- Responsible for communications between the nursing units and the Food and Nutrition Department regarding patient menus, diet changes, and general patient services.
- Read the patient menus to patients twice daily.
- Edits patient selections to meet restrictions associated with diet orders.
- Must organize and manage diet orders in a timely and effective manner.
- Develops menu tallies of special requests.
- Familiar with dietary restrictions on special, modified diets to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction.
- React accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient management.
- Assemble trays for patients and deliver meal trays to patient rooms and nursing units.
- Prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items.
Skills on Resume:
- Communication Skills (Soft Skills)
- Menu Planning (Hard Skills)
- Organizational Skills (Hard Skills)
- Knowledge of Dietary Restrictions (Hard Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Soft Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Adaptability (Soft Skills)
- Time Management (Soft Skills)
17. Catering Assistant, Aroma Catering Crew, Boise, ID
Job Summary:
- Serving breakfast, lunch and supper in the restaurant
- Picking and Packing trollies with foods needed for the day/stacking shelves
- Packing all cutlery, crockery and service equipment for the service.
- Serving all meals in a timely and hygienic manner.
- Record temperatures and wastage of all food service at each service time.
- Support dietary/allergen choices from customers.
- Wash up dirty crockery and cutlery in the central washup area
- Liaise with the team to complete all tasks within the restaurant.
Skills on Resume:
- Food Service and Presentation (Hard Skills)
- Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Handling (Hard Skills)
- Timely and Hygienic Service (Hard Skills)
- Food Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Dishwashing and Cleaning (Hard Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
18. Catering Assistant, Twilight Catering Services, Reno, NV
Job Summary:
- Work as part of the Food and events team providing an efficient and effective service to a broad range of customers, understanding their needs and working to meet these
- Setting up services, dining rooms and associated areas of service
- Undertaking food service to students, staff and guests in a polite and helpful manner
- Maintaining cleanliness of all areas
- Washing up including the use of a mechanical dishwasher and manual washing
- Preparing for and assisting at special functions
- Assist in the preparation of nutritionally balanced meals/snacks
- Adhere to the process and policy for food preparation, including the provision of specialist diets.
- Keep the kitchen clean and tidy ensuring the highest standard of hygiene and safety.
- Assist with the service of meals and drinks.
- Maintain documentation following HACCP regulations.
Skills on Resume:
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Food Service (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning and Hygiene (Hard Skills)
- Kitchen Operations (Hard Skills)
- Dishwashing (Hard Skills)
- Event Assistance (Hard Skills)
- Food Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Safety and Compliance (Hard Skills)
19. Catering Assistant, Starlight Banquets, Tulsa, OK
Job Summary:
- Providing outstanding customer service
- Take responsibility for cooking on the Grill
- Serving food to customers at a rapidly paced lunch counter
- Waiting Tables during lunch and/or dinner hours
- Food preparation at catering events
- Waiting on customers in concession trailer atmosphere
- Operating a cash register and counting cash back to customers
- Take responsibility for cleaning and clearing tables
- Stocking and maintaining inventory in an organized manner
- Keeping the eating and serving areas clean and tidy
- Cleaning the restaurant daily including washing dishes, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning windows, bathrooms, trashcans, etc.
Skills on Resume:
- Grill Cooking (Hard Skills)
- Food Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Cash Handling (Hard Skills)
- Table Waiting (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Food Serving (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning and Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- General Maintenance (Hard Skills)
20. Catering Assistant, Grand Gala Catering, Omaha, NE
Job Summary:
- Work as part of a team, under the direction of the Catering Manager
- Maintain a high standard of hygiene throughout the kitchen
- Assist the Chef with the preparation, cooking and distribution of meals.
- Assist with the delivery of meals to units.
- Ensure all requirements are met, depending on residents' needs/requests.
- Keep all kitchen, fridges, freezers, cold room and store areas clean and tidy.
- Take responsibility for completing all HACCP forms
- Store all equipment used in the appropriate storage.
- Report any accident or theft immediately to the Site Supervisor.
- Keep minor records as instructed by the Supervisor.
- Ensure that the Trust's procedures and policies are adhered to
Skills on Resume:
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Hygiene Standards (Hard Skills)
- Food Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Meal Delivery (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service (Soft Skills)
- Cleaning and Organization (Hard Skills)
- HACCP Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Management (Hard Skills)