Buffet Attendant | Part-Time | Catering Backstage

Buffet Attendant | Part-Time | Catering Backstage

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

A Buffet Attendant is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of a buffet service in various establishments such as hotels, restaurants, or catering events. The position involves a range of duties to guarantee a positive dining experience for guests. A Buffet Attendant plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall dining experience, ensuring that guests have access to a diverse and well-maintained selection of food items in a welcoming atmosphere.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $17.00-$20.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until September 11, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and set up buffet tables with an appealing and organized presentation of food items, ensuring proper placement and hygiene standards.
• Monitor and replenish food items regularly to maintain freshness and presentation standards throughout the service period.
• Greet and assist guests, answering questions about the menu, and providing recommendations.
• Ensure a positive and friendly interaction with customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the buffet area, including regularly cleaning and sanitizing surfaces, utensils, and serving equipment.
• Keep track of food inventory, restock items as needed, and communicate with kitchen staff to ensure a continuous supply of dishes.
• Monitor the quality of food items, ensuring that they meet safety and hygiene standards. Remove any expired or questionable items promptly.
• Handle payments and cash transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Adhere to all company policies, including health and safety regulations, and ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation guidelines.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills to interact effectively with guests.
• Ability to maintain a visually appealing and well-organized buffet display.
• Collaborative attitude to work seamlessly with kitchen staff and other team members.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices to ensure a clean and safe buffet environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift trays, and perform tasks requiring physical endurance.
• Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills to address any issues that may arise during service.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.