Catering Assistant - Plum Market West Bloomfield

Join the Plum Market Team – Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers.

At Plum Market, our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members.

Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve. From our dedicated Team Members and valued Customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.

Grow Your Passion – Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.

Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.

Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.

Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!

Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.

Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace – it’s a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Description:

The Catering Support Team Member plays a key role in ensuring the success of Plum Market’s catering operations by assisting with order transportation, event setup and breakdown, and support throughout the catering process. This role works closely with the Catering Coordinator and Culinary Team to ensure every order is executed with efficiency, care, and an unwavering commitment to Guest satisfaction. The Catering Support Team is essential in upholding Plum Market’s high standards of food presentation, service, and hospitality.

Who you are:

You are passionate about hospitality, food, and creating memorable experiences.

You are dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working behind the scenes.

You bring a positive attitude and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and are always ready to pitch in.

You value inclusion and help create a respectful and supportive workplace.

You are proactive, service-minded, and take pride in supporting excellence.

What you will bring:

Previous catering, event, or food service experience preferred.

Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.

Ability to support both logistics and physical event setup and breakdown.

Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor.

A clean driving record and ability to transport catering orders safely and on time.

Flexibility to work various shifts including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.

Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

What you will do:

Deliver catering orders to off-site events and Guest locations with timeliness and care.

Assist with event setup, presentation, service, and cleanup as needed.

Support back-of-house and front-of-house teams in preparing and organizing catering orders.

Maintain cleanliness and organization in catering prep, delivery, and storage areas.

Provide excellent service to Guests and ensure their needs are met with professionalism.

Communicate effectively with the Catering and Prepared Foods teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.

Represent Plum Market in a polished, friendly, and professional manner at all times.

Uphold all Plum Market policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.