Catering Associate

Catering Associate

Armonk - Armonk, NY 10504

Are you a food aficionado who simply cannot learn enough about what the world food market has to offer? Do you love being around friendly people every day with the same interests and ambitions? Do you take a genuine love in your work and make sure that others feel welcome and at home in your environment?

If you answered yes to these questions, then DeCicco & Sons is the perfect place for you! If you have an interest in working with one of the fastest growing premium quality food markets in the Westchester area, please bring us a resume along with a detailed cover letter letting us know why you chose DeCicco's and what you wish to offer with your experience and expertise. Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your invaluable food knowledge to our shoppers, or a cashier looking to find a friendly and fun place to work, we are always interested in expanding the DeCicco & Sons family.

Job Description

Current Job Opportunities:

Catering Associate

Must be at least 18 years and older

Position Description:

A Catering Associate is responsible for providing an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. This includes assisting customers with their catering and special event needs in a timely and effective manner with support from a larger team of Catering Associates and Event Planners. Catering Associates are responsible for helping develop menus, prepare quotes for customer review, and coordinate with in-store departments for fulfillment. In addition, there are work off-site events in coordination and serving capacities, with volume depending on the season.

Your day-to-day:

• Ensure exceptional customer service via phone, email, and in person
• Consistent communication with colleagues to best navigate a large volume of clients
• Being knowledgeable of offerings to assist clients in curating menus and advising on serving sizes
• Majority computer work, utilizing a customized catering program, Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Working with service departments in-store to coordinate orders by distributing sheets and collecting items for customer pickup or deliver
• With higher volumes in the summer, but some year round, working off site events in coordination or serving capacities
• Must have drivers license and car

Physical Demands:

• Bending
• Stooping
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Working on feet for 5+ hours for occasional on-site events

What you bring to the team:

• Exceptional customer service
• Ability to thrive working with a team
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Great work ethic
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Flexible schedule
• Knowledge of or interest in food