Catering
Resume examples

Shopped for and ordered food ingredients and supplies as directed by the catering manager. Set up equipment to cook, heat, and serve food while preserving its temperature. Assisted with print and online media advertising activities to grow brand awareness and develop new business.

• Prepared and stored food ingredients before and during events according to the head caterer’s directions and assignments.
• Setup, cleaned, and took down the dining and serving areas by removing all tableware, linens, furniture, and garbage.
• Prepared meals according to client requests and recipes provided and maintained consistency with the company’s brand and reputation.
• Supported the kitchen staff before scheduled events by operating the fryer, grill, and ovens as needed.
• Met with and assisted catering manager to create menus according to the clients’ preferences, dislikes, and dietary needs.

Ensured the hotel’s service standards were met or exceeded across all aspects at guest special events. Consistently demonstrated an engaging personality and exceptional teamwork. Accommodated special requests and provided great customer service to ensure guests had memorable experiences.

• Helped set up staff prepare event banquet spaces for dining by clothing tables, setting plates, glasses, and utensils, and putting out decorations.
• Provided information and addressed questions to event guests to facilitate food and beverage orders.
• Delivered food and drink orders promptly and efficiently, and problem-solved situations guests were not 100% satisfied.
• Maintained a clean and organized table setting by promptly removing plates, glasses, and utensils as courses are completed.
• Concluded dining and event experiences by acknowledging establishing and encouraging guests to return.