What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Hospitality Support Staff position at Tsunami Catering?
Tsunami Catering is a high-volume catering company serving the Tri-Cities area, known for high-quality food, thoughtful execution, and a calm, professional hospitality culture.
Job Description
We are looking for dependable, grounded hospitality staff who enjoy creating welcoming guest experiences while working within established service systems and event timelines.
This role is focused on professionalism, organization, teamwork, and calm execution during high-volume catered events. You’ll assist with event setup, buffet and plated meal service, guest interaction, beverage service, and maintaining overall event flow alongside a small team during busy event periods.
This is a hands-on hospitality-focused role centered on follow-through, teamwork, professionalism, and quality guest service.
Responsibilities
• Assist with event setup and breakdown
• Provide buffet, plated, and beverage service as directed
• Help prepare pre-event service and catering boxes
• Assist with kitchen support and prep tasks as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout service
• Uphold presentation and hospitality standards
• Assist with guest needs in a professional and courteous manner
• Work within established systems, timelines, and direction
• Support smooth event flow alongside kitchen and service teams
• Assist with additional duties as needed during prep and event execution
What We’re Looking For
• Hospitality, catering, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred
• Professional, coachable, and team-oriented
• Comfortable working within established systems and event timelines
• Able to stay calm and organized during busy events
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Interested in growth within a part-time catering environment
Schedule & Pay
• Part-time role with primarily weekend event shifts
• Event schedules and hours vary depending on bookings
• Some weekends are busier than others, with occasional lighter weekends
• Hourly pay based on experience
• To apply: Please send a brief message introducing yourself and answering the following questions. Selected candidates will be contacted for next steps.