Job Description

Under the direction of the Catering Service Managers or Production Staff, provide our customers with courteous and gracious service. Serve customers, as banquet server or as an attendant for buffet setup. Operate a University vehicle on a daily basis throughout shift to provide quality food delivery service to clients in multiple locations both on and off campus. Gather, load and deliver all the items that are indispensable for a catered event, such as china, silverware, linen, decoration and props, food and drinks. Set up site according to Banquet Event Order (BEO). Breakdown event and return all items from site to Catering kitchen. Perform food preparation, customer service, sanitation and other food service duties. Prepare single step cold food preparation according to standardized recipes and approved preparation and production methods. Wash, trim, cut and pan meats and vegetables. Cut and arrange desserts. Ensure that all food items are completed according to schedule and presented to customers at the proper temperature and with the appropriate garnishment. Store, seal, and label food for storage. Set-up and maintain cleanliness of work areas and catering sites. Sweep and mop floors. Maintain cleanliness and storage of preparation equipment, plates, silverware, glassware, pots, pans and service utensils. Assist in organization of refrigerator, freezers and storage rooms. Launder, sort and fold smocks, uniforms and towels. Remove all trash from kitchen counters and floor areas. Other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Working hours vary and may include overtime, nights and weekends.

Job Qualifications

Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to sixty pounds such as dishes, trash, delivery boxes, etc.
Required

Ability to perform effectively under conditions of fluctuating workload.
Required

Ability to stand, climb, stoop, push and crouch for extended periods of time as required to complete job duties.
Required

Ability to stand continuously throughout an eight-hour shift on uncarpeted surfaces.
Required

Perform duties to standards compliant with UCLA, LCC, Federal, County and State Health and safety regulations.
Can be trained

Skill in operating an automatic dishwasher.
Can be trained

Knowledge in kitchen cleaning methods.
Can be trained

Ability to communicate in English sufficient to follow instructions and communicate information.
Required

Ability to follow instructions.
Required

Ability to show up to work on time.
Required

Ability to interact courteously and professionally with diverse groups of guests and co-workers.
Required