Buffet Attendant (Part-Time, 1500/hr), Graylyn Conference Center

Wake Forest University   Winston Salem, NC   Full-time     Call Center / Customer Service
Posted on April 16, 2024
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Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, the Buffet Attendant sets up and maintains buffet and hors d'oeuvres functions to the standards set by the Chef.

Job Description

Essential Functions:
  • Sets up, breaks down, and cleans all equipment for buffet functions.
  • Maintains proper food temperatures for all food products of buffets, hors d'oeuvres, and hot boxes.
  • Maintains buffets so they look bountiful and attractive; maintains level of plates and silverware.
  • Serves soup to guests as they pass through buffet.
  • Returns food to kitchen for proper storage.
  • Cleans buffet tables and polishes equipment.
  • Maintains communication with Kitchen to ensure adequate backup of food.
  • Maintains a high level of sanitation and safety in all Kitchen areas.
  • Reports any problems encountered during shift to Supervisor.
  • Sets up and stores table displays.
  • Assists the Dishwasher when necessary.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • High school diploma and one year related experience in the hospitality industry or restaurant environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service skills.
  • Knowledge of fine dining etiquette.
  • Knowledge of menu items and ingredients.
  • Ability to make creative presentation of food items.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.
  • Physical Requirements: Heavy work. Stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking, and hearing. The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach. Subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur both inside and outside.
Additional Job Description

Disclaimer:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor.

To help provide a safe learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities.

Time Type Requirement

Part time Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.


Wake Forest University

Winston Salem , NC