Catering Attendant

Catering Attendant

We are looking for motivated catering attendants to join our team in Washington, DC. As a catering attendant, you will have the opportunity to provide superior service to our customers through the account.

Pantry Kitchens – Daily Tasks

• Stocking: Refill napkins, plates (small & large), bowls and utensils (forks, knives, spoons). Refill sodas.
• Cleaning & Organization: Wipe down all counters. Check and clean refrigerator interiors.

Coffee Machines / Water Fountain

• Refill coffee beans / pods. Refill latte mix and hot chocolate. Restock teas. Restock sugars and stirrers. Refill creamers. Clean drip trays and nozzles. Wipe machine exterior. Run cleaning cycle if scheduled. Restock hot cup lids, sleeves, stirrers.

Conference Room Setup – Beginning to End

• Before Event: Review conference room reservation and/or event order. Prepare all food and beverage items. Set out table runners. Set up chafing dishes / warmers. Arrange platters, utensils, plates, napkins. Set up coffee/tea/water stations. Place signage or labels. Confirm AV/room layout if needed.
• During Event: Refill food as needed. Refresh beverages. Clear empty dishes/trash discreetly. Keep counters tidy.
• After Event: Break down food stations. Remove leftover food. Clean and sanitize all surfaces. Collect serving utensils, trays, platters and wash. Return room to standard setup.

Food Handling & Presentation

• Replating & Heating: Replate food into serving trays/bowls. Heat food as required. Ensure items are served safely & at correct temperature. Wash and replace serving utensils as needed.
• Snack Spreads: Assemble popcorn bowls/stations. Arrange chips & dips. Create charcuterie boards. Label dietary items when needed. Keep presentation neat and replenished.

End-of-Shift Tasks

• Full restock of all pantries. Check supply levels and report items needed. Clean and sanitize equipment. Ensure refrigerators and coffee machines are cleaned. Empty all trash/recycling. Return equipment to designated area.

Side Work

• Restock water near reception desk. Restock mints in all conference rooms, reception area and restrooms. Refill tissues. Refill hand sanitizer. Refill stationary boxes. Wipe and stock Large Credenzas – 9E, 12B.
• Behind the Scenes - Kitchen: Keep refrigerators organized – toss any expired items and food left over for 2 days. Keep all China utensils and smallware organized. Refill white boxes with forks, knives, spoons. Refill all still bottles of water and place in refrigerators. Wipe down dishwasher area and walls near dishwasher as needed. Mop floors as needed. Polish Stainless steel on Thursday. Restock items in the kitchen… forks, knives, spoons, creamers, sugars, coffees, sternos, trash bags, napkins, plates, cups, etc.
• Behind the Scenes – Storage: Receive and put all boxes away (ask for assistance for cups on highest shelf). Remove flaps from boxes and place on shelves. Move all linen from reception area and place in closet. Organize linen closet and boxes in linen closet – remove hangers, plastic and trash, stack boxes neatly. Keep snack room tidy. Stock Closet outside of Monument.

What We're Looking For

• Must-haves: The ability to work as part of a team devoted to providing outstanding customer service. Excellent communication and organization skills. Excellent attention to detail and service knowledge. At least one year of banquet/wait staff experience.
• Nice-to-haves: At least one years' prior experience in a commissary program.

Compensation: $25 an hour

Our Benefits: Medical (FT Employees) Dental Vision Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Discount Program Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) EAP 401k Sick Time Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees) Paid Time Off