Catering Event Staff

Manchester, NH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.75 - $30.50

Benefits

weekly pay

401k with match

Delicious employee meal

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee assistance program

Flexible Hours

Medical insurance

prescription plan

Dental Insurance

vision plan

Uniforms Provided

Safety shoes provided

Learning and advancement opportunities

Job Description

American Dining Creations is a division of American Food & Vending, recognized as one of the largest privately held hospitality service partners in the United States. The company specializes in providing tailored dining and catering services across corporate and educational institutions nationwide. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees, American Dining Creations serves hundreds of thousands of customers daily through nationwide dining accounts. Their offerings include full café dining adhering to the Fresh Difference culinary philosophy, mobile ordering, catering, event services, and the My Fresh Market grab-and-go program. The organization prides itself on combining superior culinary experiences with outstanding management practices to deliver the highest operational standards, flexibility, and innovative solutions to its clients. Employees benefit from a robust support system that promotes partnership, customization, and around-the-clock assistance.

Within this dynamic and customer-focused environment, the role of a Catering Event Staff member at American Dining Creations in Hooksett, New Hampshire, is an essential position dedicated to ensuring exceptional catering service delivery. This role involves the preparation, transportation, and execution of catering events while maintaining a professional and hospitable demeanor. Catering Event Staff will perform a wide range of duties including setting up dining and event areas according to the catering manager’s instructions, organizing and cleaning tableware, and preparing food items such as washing, peeling, cutting produce, and preparing sauces and salads. The position also requires managing the logistics of loading and unloading food and supplies onto catering vehicles, accurately setting table settings, and ensuring all catering equipment is cleaned and stored properly after events.

The ideal candidate in this role will be attentive to guest needs and capable of communicating effectively with team members, providing excellent customer service throughout the event lifecycle. They must also navigate fast-paced environments with reliability and efficiency, adhering to dress code guidelines that reflect professionalism. Physical stamina is important as this role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling heavy carts, as well as standing and walking for the duration of shifts. The position offers an engaging work experience with opportunities for skills development, advancement, and participation in a company that values innovation and culinary excellence. Pay varies by location, and prospective employees are encouraged to learn about the specific compensation details applicable to the Hooksett, New Hampshire site. American Dining Creations supports its employees with benefits such as weekly pay, 401K with match, employee meals, health plans, uniforms, and more, fostering a positive and growth-oriented workplace.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior experience in catering or food service environments is preferred
Ability to follow food safety regulations and standards
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to adhere to physical requirements of the role including lifting and standing for long periods
Reliable transportation to and from work
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings

Job Qualifications

Prior work history in catering, food preparation, food service, and customer service are preferred
Must be knowledgeable or able to learn current food health and safety regulations
Be reliable, work well in fast-paced environments, organized, efficient, and have strong communication skills
Must follow dress-code guidelines in a manner that reflects professionalism and competence
Must be able to lift 50lbs, push and pull heavy catering carts, bend, climb stairs, stand, and walk for the entire scheduled shift

Job Duties

Setting up dining and event areas as per the catering manager's instructions
Ensuring all tableware, place settings, serving pieces and decoration are cleaned and available before each catering event
Performing food preparation tasks including washing, peeling, cutting produce, seasoning, slicing meats, and preparing sauces and salads
Loading and unloading food, tableware, and catering supplies on and off catering vehicles and carts
Accurately setting up tabletop place settings including utensils, glasses, plates, etc.
Appropriately cleaning and storing catering equipment including chafing dishes, tableware, and platters after each event
Answering guests' catering-related questions and addressing concerns or requests during events
May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed