About Just Fare 

Just Fare is building a just world where food is a force for social change. We make good food — for people who enjoy eating, and for those who want a more equitable and just food system. Based in Oakland, CA, we offer food services for the workplace, event catering, design commercial kitchens and food programs, and operate a community kitchen. We ground everything we do in service of creating a more responsible and ethical world.

1% of our revenue supports donated meals made by our charitable arm, Just Fare Community Kitchen. So far, we have delivered over 410,100 meals to communities fighting food insecurity in the Bay Area.

Tastes good. Does good.

About Events

Our Events team is dedicated to creating connection and community. Our commitment provides interpersonal gatherings by pairing food with people in the moment one event at a time, at every step of the process. Whether it be drop off platters for a small backyard gathering, an office happy hour, a full service wedding or corporate holiday party, we are dedicated to bringing the source, season, and people together in harmony to create lasting memories for all our clients.

Position Overview

The Event Server/Driver will be able to drive our sprinter vans, as well as execute all front-of-the-house (FOH) responsibilities in order to put on seamless event. The ideal candidate will exhibit the highest level of people and hospitality skills, with such attention to detail that all guests feel uniquely cared for. 

Servers will be scheduled on a per-event basis, and hours will vary based on availability. The majority of events will take place on weekday evenings and weekends. This on-call role (aka part time flexible schedule)has the potential for growth within our company. If interested, this role could also cross-train for back-of-the-house event cooks or catering servers for our weekday office catering in order to pick up additional shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up for events; putting out tablecloths and place settings, building buffet display, arranging table placement and setting up service lines
• Transport meals, platters and other items from commissary kitchen to client locations in company-provided van
• Provide excellent service and care while providing beverage service, passing appetizers, carrying plates of food and serving guests.
• Restock all smallwares, including glasses, plates and utensils
• Keep event floor clean and cleared of empty glasses and food
• Keep back of house catering area clean and organized
• Load in/out rentals, food, decor and supplies
• Perform cleaning tasks and breakdown of service
• Interact with guests and be able to converse about food
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness
• Help uphold Just Fares’ hospitality standards
• Assist in the food transportation to and from commissary kitchen in Oakland, and pack outs as needed.

• 2 years experience in a professional kitchen or hospitality environment with a passion for food & people
• Valid Drivers License, clean record and ability to drive Sprinter Vans to events as needed in Bay Area and Northern CA.
• Ability & confidence to drive company sprinter van to various locations all around the Bay Area
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, communication & patience
• Attendance & punctuality is required with schedule flexibility determined by needs 
• Ability to be self-sufficient & make sound decisions on-the-fly 
• Understanding & knowledge of safety, sanitation & food handling procedures
• Must be able to lift 50lbs in and out of a van
• Preferred: Basic computer skills (docs, spreadsheets, google docs, etc.) 
• Preferred: Good knowledge of local products, producers and farms; with a love of food!
• Basic ServSafe certification

• All employees receive a 401K retirement account (after 90 day introductory period)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits (after 90 day introductory period)
• Meals provided daily onsite
• Opportunity to develop your skills, work with amazing people and together to be part of a force for social change!

Schedule & Expectations

Typical schedules include weekends for event execution, though may vary depending on event schedule. We care deeply about work life balance and will work with you to ensure a manageable work schedule. Event schedules are variable, and seasonal. May start onsite at our commissary in Oakland or directly at the event site locations which vary.

Peak Event Season is generally April through June and September through December.