STUDENT - Catering Staff

Job Title

The main function of this position is to provide exceptional customer service to ensure optimal guest experiences. This position will require you to multitask, move quickly, meet the needs of guests, collaborate with co-workers, keep a neat and tidy physical appearance, maintain all sanitation, food handling and safety procedures.

Essential Functions

• Complete setup and breakdown of the banquet area.
• Relay food and beverage orders and important information about allergies and special requests to the appropriate person. Provide exceptional customer service for all guests.
• Maintain knowledge of all food items on service lines, including ingredients, preparations, and allergens.
• Maintain knowledge of food and beverage offerings and operating procedures to aid guests in inquiries, seeking the aid of a supervisory if necessary.
• Comply with HACCP regulations and procedures.
• Greet guests with a warm, friendly demeanor.
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Respond urgently and appropriately to any concerns guests may have.
• Maintain clean and sanitized work areas, cleaning as necessary and when required by using standard operating procedures.
• Take and record food temperatures at required intervals in case of buffet service.
• Replenish items on buffet from coolers, ovens, and hot boxes as necessary or required.
• Break down buffet after meal service is finished and properly dispose of or store food.
• Maintain the servery after service, by emptying the garbage cans, sweeping and mopping the servey.
• Communicate often, clearly, and professionally with co-works and management.
• Assist with the inventory, stocking, and requisitions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay Rate: $15.50

Hiring Manager: James Ward

About Us

Ithaca College's student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth. Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated. It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at View email address on click.appcast.io. For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2889
• Locations 953 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850, US