Catering Assistant Jobs
Catering Assistant jobs are open from entry-level to senior catering staff across hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and corporate dining, with specializations in banquet service, dietary support, and high-volume food preparation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Assistant Chef's role is to use their management and kitchen experience to make Mulberry Street Pizzeria a reality. The Assistant Chef is integral to ensuring the product is true to concept, both from themself and the staff under their supervision.
Primary Job Duties: Includes but is not limited to:
- Research and develop new menu items.
- Assist with managing budgeted labor and other cost centers through proper planning and execution.
- Oversee weekly and monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies.
- Assist with food prep, station cooking, and expo of food when necessary.
- Manage inventory, purchasing, and receiving for both front-of-house and back-of-house products.
- Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhere to all health code regulations and standards.
- Uphold menu standards and maintain presentation quality.
- Assist with conducting daily line-ups and/or pre-shift meetings.
- Conduct scheduled meetings to ensure lines of communication are open between management and team members.
- Ensure team members adhere to company guidelines as stated in the training manual and handbook.
- Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
- Ensure all company core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied.
- Use personal device or cellular phone for job-related operational tasks and review of company documents.
- Perform other job-related duties as requested.
Qualifications: Includes but is not limited to:
- Proficient knowledge of cooking and SNHD standards.
- Advanced knowledge of principles and practices within the culinary field.
- Working knowledge in meeting and exceeding VIP guests’ requests and preparing custom menu items on short notice.
- Ability to write routine reports, purchase orders, menus, and correspondence.
- Working knowledge of property management applications (e.g., Purchasing Systems, Kronos, HotSOS).
- Previous experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English.
- Polished appearance and demeanor.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to understand and follow company and department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to lead and mentor a team.
Preferred:
- 5 years operating a restaurant.
- Strong ability to interact with customers.
- Previous experience working in a large, luxury resort setting.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Must be 21 years of age.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least three years within culinary or directly related operational experience.
- At least two years of directly related operational management experience.
Certificates and Licenses:
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
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Ability to obtain the following licenses:
- TAM Card
- SNHD Manager Health Card
- ServeSafe Certification
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Work and guide the team in a fast-paced environment with multiple stations across the restaurant.
- Tolerance to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination, and air quality.
- Prolonged sitting and/or standing.
- Bending and reaching.
- Transporting, pushing, pulling, lifting, and maneuvering items weighing up to 10 lbs.
- Eye/hand coordination.
- Ability to comply with policies, procedures, job description, daily memorandums, chemical labels (MSDS), and other instructions.
At Resorts World Las Vegas, we believe that every member of our team is an ambassador and is essential to the success of our company. We expect all Team Members to take personal ownership in ensuring everything they do is in the best interest of the company and that all will adhere to our five core non-negotiable responsibilities.
Everyone is an Ambassador–No matter where you work at Resorts World Las Vegas, it is your responsibility to treat this property like you would your own home. No one gets hurt, everyone feels secure, the environment is clean, and every guest gets what they need.- Everyone works in Safety–If you have a safety concern, it is your responsibility to address it by correcting it or notifying the appropriate department or individual.
- Everyone works in Security–If you See Something, it is your responsibility to Say Something. You must notify the appropriate department or individual if you feel there is a security concern.
- Everyone works in EVS–If there is trash on the floor, it is your responsibility to pick it up. If it is a mess that needs more attention, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual.
- Everyone works in Guest Experience–If a guest needs assistance, it is your responsibility to assist that guest and do so with a smile. If the guest needs more assistance than you can provide, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in catering assistant jobs.
- Food handler certification or ServSafe card preferred or required
- Ability to stand and move for extended periods during service
- Experience setting up and breaking down banquet or dining spaces
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and temperature control standards
- Availability for early morning, evening, and weekend shifts
- Ability to lift and carry trays, equipment, or supplies up to 50 pounds
Tips for Your Catering Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each venue type
A hospital cafeteria and a hotel banquet operation have different priorities. Highlight dietary compliance experience for healthcare roles and high-volume service speed for event and hospitality postings. Matching your resume language to the setting lifts your chances past the initial screen.
List your food handler certifications upfront
Many hiring managers filter applications by certification before reading anything else. Put your food handler card, ServSafe status, or allergen awareness training in a dedicated credentials line near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills section.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists catering assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by shift type, not just job title
Many catering assistant postings are listed under banquet server, food service worker, or dining aide. Search those adjacent titles alongside the main one, and filter by shift availability, since breakfast, evening, and weekend-only positions often attract fewer applicants.
Prepare a short story about a busy service
Interviewers for catering roles almost always ask how you handle a rush. Have a specific example ready: the event size, your role in the breakdown or replenishment, and what you did when something went off-plan. Concrete details outperform generic answers every time.
Follow up after a trial shift or working interview
Many catering operations offer a paid trial before extending an offer. Send a short message within 24 hours noting one specific thing you enjoyed about the team or operation. It reinforces your interest without being pushy and keeps you at the top of the hiring manager's list.
Catering Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most catering assistants?
The companies hiring the most catering assistants right now include The SSA, Aramark, and Troon, with the largest share of openings in Florida, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistent across healthcare dining, hotel banquet operations, and corporate food service accounts.
How many catering assistant jobs are remote?
About 14% of catering assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are catering coordination and event logistics support, where scheduling, vendor communication, and planning tasks can sometimes be done off-site.
How do you become a catering assistant?
Start by getting a food handler certification, which most employers require and many states mandate by law. Build hands-on experience through entry-level food service roles in school cafeterias, hospital dining, or event venues. Familiarize yourself with banquet setup, dietary labeling, and sanitation procedures. From there, you can apply directly to catering assistant postings that match your availability and venue preference.
Can you get a catering assistant job with no experience?
Yes, many catering assistant roles are explicitly entry-level and prioritize reliability and a food handler certificate over prior experience. Highlighting any customer-facing work, such as retail, school lunch programs, or volunteer event service, shows you can follow instructions and work quickly under pressure. Applying for part-time or seasonal openings at hotels and event centers is a practical first step.
What does the catering assistant interview process look like?
Most interviews for catering assistant roles are brief and practical. You'll typically have a short phone screen followed by an in-person meeting with a supervisor or catering manager. Expect questions about your availability, physical stamina, food safety knowledge, and how you've handled a fast-paced service environment. Some employers end the process with a paid working interview or trial shift before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to catering assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to catering assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your availability, venue preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New positions are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to the most current openings.
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