Catering Attendant (Corporate Dining) - San Jose

Job Title

Catering Attendant (Corporate Dining) - San Jose

Company

The Party Staff, Inc.

Location

Assignments take place primarily within the San Jose and greater Silicon Valley area, supporting corporate dining programs, business campuses, and professional office environments including North San Jose, Downtown San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, Mountain View, Cupertino, Campbell, and surrounding corporate business districts. Assignments typically support corporate catering, executive meetings, office dining programs, conferences, training sessions, and workplace hospitality events.

About Us

The Party Staff, Inc. is the West Coast's leading hospitality staffing company with more than 37 years of experience. We partner with premier hotels, caterers, private clubs, corporate campuses, and event venues. As corporate dining continues to expand in the Silicon Valley market, we are growing our catering support team and seeking dependable hospitality professionals who enjoy structured, professional work environments.

Position Summary

The Catering Attendant supports corporate food service operations including catering delivery support, buffet setup, meeting service, beverage stations, and general hospitality support within business environments. This role is ideal for hospitality professionals who enjoy daytime schedules, polished service standards, and consistent corporate dining assignments. Assignments vary based on client needs and business volume.

Typical Shifts

Most assignments occur weekday mornings and afternoons, often between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Some early morning setup or occasional extended shifts may occur based on corporate events. Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain corporate catering buffets, beverage stations, and meeting service
• Assist with food presentation, replenishment, and service flow
• Deliver professional guest service in office and corporate environments
• Support catering deliveries, setup, and post-service breakdown
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas
• Communicate effectively with chefs, corporate dining managers, and team members
• Follow uniform standards, safety procedures, and client service expectations

Work Environment

• Corporate offices, tech campuses, conference centers, and professional business settings
• Structured hospitality environments with defined service timelines
• Regular weekday schedules with flexible assignment opportunities

Compensation

Hourly pay range: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour depending on experience. Weekly pay via direct deposit.

Notices

Fair Chance Consideration: The Party Staff considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable California and local Fair Chance hiring regulations. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants from employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Party Staff, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to actual or perceived race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles like braids, locks, afros, and twists), religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, military service and status, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

ADA Accommodation Statement: Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. Applicants needing accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources or Management.

For California Candidates: Candidates with arrest/conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Qualifications

• Prior catering, corporate dining, hospitality, or food service experience preferred
• Professional demeanor suited for business environments
• Strong guest service and communication skills
• Reliable transportation for travel within the San Jose area
• Consistent weekday morning availability strongly preferred
• Ability to work legally in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry catering items up to approximately 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to move efficiently in active food service environments