Part Time - Catering Associate

Summary

Employee will be required to work independently, without direct supervision, under rigorous working conditions.

• Responsible for the set-up and breakdown of catering events.
• Ability to work independently at catering events.
• Responsible for the safe and proper return of catering equipment following events.
• Inventories supplies and equipment; reports discrepancies to management in a timely manner.
• Completes full service and deliver load lists for following day.
• Completes all inventories, including paper goods, linens, porcelain and glass.
• Ensures the appropriate storage and maintenance of all equipment and supplies; updating and maintaining the orderly appearance of these storage areas.
• May assist in loading and unloading company vehicles with supplies and equipment for events.
• May receive pick-ups from food areas for delivery back to catering 'Cage' or other locations.
• Loads and unload catering vehicles.
• Assist in the stocking of products delivered.
• Must comply with and ensure continuous compliance with all company policies, and federal, state, and local laws/regulations including, but not limited to, employment, safety, and health.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education , Training and Experience

Required:

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) degree; plus at least six months of experience in food service/retail operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong interpersonal skills, self motivation, organization skills and the ability to multi-task are required.

Food Handler certificate from the County of San Diego preferred.

Language

Skills:

Must be able to read, write and understand English. Requires the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives. Requires the ability to read, comprehend, and interpret general business information. Requires the ability to effectively communicate with customers and employees using good voice quality that is conversational and professional. Requires the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, subordinates, vendors, other departments, customers and the general public.

Mathematical

Skills:

Requires the ability to apply basic math concepts; add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Reasoning Ability:
Applies common-sense understanding to carry out general written or oral instructions. Must be able to multi-task, prioritize work and pay attention to detail.

Manual Dexterity:
Should be able to utilize a computer. Requires ability to use a variety of office machines and food service equipment.

Physical Communication:
Must have ability to talk/express and/or exchange ideas and hear/perceiving sounds.

Physical Demands:
Basic understanding of company vehicles and unit specific equipment operations; must frequently stand, handle objects, cooking tools, controls; lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 50 pounds; close vision required.

Work is regularly performed in a food production area (may be dimly lit) with exposure to wet and/or humid conditions where there is frequent exposure to food fumes or airborne particles. Employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to humid and hot conditions and cleaning chemicals. Some risk of occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and gases.

May work outdoors with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, and allergens, work temperatures and noise.

A background check will be conducted after a conditional offer of employment is extended and accepted. It includes verification of education and employment histories, criminal records, national sex offender registry check, references, and may include credit report, motor vehicle report, and professional license verification. Applicants must satisfactorily complete the background check prior to beginning work. Aztec Shops complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act.

Aztec Shops is a diverse community representing many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful culture that promotes open communication, mutual respect, and a sense of belonging. All Aztec Shops programs and activities are open and accessible to all individuals, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin and other characteristics protected by law. We maintain a nondiscrimination policy prohibiting discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.

We are dedicated to providing equal opportunity in employment and ensuring no employee or applicant faces unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring,…