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Catering Banquet Server (5650C), Berkeley Dining - 86710 at Berkeley University of California

Berkeley University of California

Catering Banquet Server (5650C), Berkeley Dining - 86710

Berkeley, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Berkeley Dining operates within the University of California, Berkeley, a prestigious and world-renowned academic institution known for its excellence in research, commitment to social justice, and diverse community. UC Berkeley fosters a welcoming environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive in a culture of openness and belonging. This tradition of academic excellence and inclusion has been upheld since its founding in 1868, and it continues to create global intellectual, economic, and social value. Berkeley Dining is part of the Division of Student Affairs, specifically within the Residential Student Services Programs portfolio. The dining program is self-operated and is focused on culinary excellence, social responsibility, and enhancing the living and learning environment for its customers, which includes over 12,000 meal plan holders. Berkeley Dining serves more than 5 million meals annually across 14 facilities, offering a range of dining options including residential all-you-care-to-eat dining, retail a la carte, training table, early childhood meal production, and catering services. The staff comprises approximately 450 full- and part-time employees and around 400 student workers, providing service every day of the week for seventeen hours each day across multiple locations on campus.

The Catering Banquet Server position offers an exciting opportunity to join this dynamic dining program. This role is responsible for the setup and service of catering orders at delivery locations specified by clients, ensuring that food and non-food products meet high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. The Catering Banquet Server plays an essential role in maintaining the seamless execution of catering events, from setup through to breakdown, ensuring that clients and guests receive superior service. Duties include providing knowledgeable and attentive service during beverage receptions, buffet meals, or plated meal services, and maintaining cleanliness and order in the catering areas and equipment. The role involves controlling customer access at catered events, addressing customer needs and concerns, and fostering positive relationships to ensure a memorable catering experience. Additionally, this position entails operational responsibilities such as preparing event spaces, setting tables with formal service ware, assembling and transporting items between event locations, and managing inventory control for catered events. The Catering Banquet Server will also be responsible for the proper storage and sanitation of catering materials and equipment after events.

UC Berkeley values professional development and offers employees paid time to engage in growth activities. This full-time, partial-year, non-exempt position includes a comprehensive benefits package and offers the opportunity to work in an inclusive, equity-focused community aligned with the university's strategic plan and guiding principles. Applicants are encouraged to apply by the first review date of June 19, 2026, for full consideration, and must demonstrate alignment with the university's values of openness, social justice, and community engagement. This position not only demands a commitment to exemplary service and operational excellence but also offers a rewarding work environment within one of the nation’s leading academic institutions.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 2 years experience in restaurant or catering environment
Customer service experience in a food service environment
Catering food service experience
Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others
Experience following directions related to job responsibilities
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and follow oral or written instructions
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Ability to operate and maintain restaurant food service equipment
Bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalent experience or training

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years experience in restaurant or catering environment
Customer service experience in a food service environment
Catering food service experience
Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others
Experience following job related directions
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Ability to operate and maintain restaurant food service equipment
Bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalent training or experience
Experience in inventory control preferred
Food preparation experience preferred
Wait or bartender service experience preferred
Experience delivering items preferred
Knowledge of UC Berkeley campus preferred
ServSafe Certification preferred

Job Duties

Provide superior service to clients including accurate knowledge of services and ingredients
Control customer access at catered events including checking identification cards
Maintain appearance and cleanliness of work areas, dining rooms, equipment and utensils
Ensure timely delivery and setup of food and non-food products for events
Establish and maintain positive relations with customers
Listen and resolve customers' needs or report them to management
Interact enthusiastically with customers and co-workers to ensure positive outcomes
Practice good stewardship with university and customer resources
Gather, set-up, prepare and distribute beverages, food and non-food products in designated areas
Assist in merchandising catered events
Assemble food and non-food products for transport using carts or vehicles
Ensure operational areas are clean and organized to meet demand
Prepare and display signage for catered events
Operate, maintain and identify problems with production and service equipment
Set tables with formal silverware, napkins, centerpieces and beverages
Set up buffet tables with necessary food and utensils
Breakdown and clean supplies, dining rooms and equipment after events
Maintain inventory control of food and beverage for events
Ensure cleanliness, safety and sanitation of storage and work areas
Store items such as china, linens, furniture and decorations after events
Participate in professional development and other duties as assigned