What is a catering assistant?

A catering assistant assists the lead caterer and supports other employees while serving food at catered events. As a catering assistant, your job duties involve planning events, managing orders, stocking supplies, preparing food and drink, serving guests, cleaning the kitchen, and handling bill inquiries. This career requires both customer service and food prep experience. Additional qualifications include strong communication skills, knowledge of safe food handling and personal hygiene, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Many states require that all food workers, including catering assistants, receive food safety training and certification.