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EVENT CATERING OVERHIRE Overhire / As-Needed | Part-Time, Non-Exempt $15.00/hour + tips TheatreSquared is looking for dependable, hardworking Event Catering Overhire staff to join our seasonal overhire team and help support catered events, performances, rentals, and other special activities at TheatreSquared. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, doesn't mind jumping in wherever help is needed, and is interested in occasional, flexible work supporting catered events. Event Catering Overhire staff primarily assist with event setup, catering preparation and staging, plating, food service support, cleanup, dishwashing, and event breakdown .
This is a support position working alongside TheatreSquared's Chef, event staff, and other team members. It is not a cooking position , and employees will not be expected to prepare or cook meals independently. Previous catering or food-service experience is preferred, but not required. We're looking primarily for people who are dependable, willing to work, able to follow direction, and comfortable pitching in wherever needed. WHAT DOES "OVERHIRE" MEAN? Overhire staff work as needed based on TheatreSquared's event, rental, and performance schedule rather than receiving a regular weekly schedule. Available shifts may be offered for pickup or assigned based on availability and staffing needs.
Some weeks may provide several opportunities to work, while other weeks may have few or no shifts available. Special events and rentals may create additional opportunities throughout the year. Shifts may take place during the day, evening, late night, weekends, and occasionally holidays , depending on the event schedule. There is no minimum number of shifts required. However, reliability is extremely important . Once you pick up or are scheduled for a shift, we count on you to be there, on time, and ready to work.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The primary responsibility of Event Catering Overhire is to support the successful setup, service, and cleanup of catered events. Duties may vary from event to event and may include: Assist the Chef and catering team with basic food preparation, such as portioning, arranging, assembling, or preparing items for service. Assist with event and catering setup, including staging food, supplies, serving pieces, tables, and other event materials. Help prepare and organize catering and service areas before guests arrive. Assist with plating and arranging food for service. Monitor food and catering areas during events and replenish food, serving items, and supplies as directed.
Pass appetizers, food, water, and other non-alcoholic beverages when needed. Assist with buffet, food station, and catering service as assigned. Clear used plates, glassware, utensils, napkins, and other items from event and catering areas. Keep catering, kitchen, staging, and service areas clean, organized, and supplied throughout an event. Wash dishes, utensils, glassware, serving pieces…