Job Overview

Catering Event Staff

Have Party Will Travel
Job Type: Part-Time / On-Call
Pay: $14.00–$17.00 per hour
Location: Salt Lake Valley & Surrounding Areas – Multiple Event Locations
Schedule: Flexible / Event-Based

Position Overview

Have Party Will Travel is looking for dependable, friendly, and professional Catering Event Staff to join our team and help us continue our tradition of providing excellent food, service, and hospitality.

Our Event Staff are an important part of executing successful weddings, corporate events, private parties, and other catered events throughout the Salt Lake Valley and surrounding areas.

Catering Event Staff work together as a team under the direction of an Event Captain/Lead to execute events from setup through final cleanup.

This is a part-time, event-based position with a flexible schedule. Because our workload is based on booked events, hours will vary from week to week and a specific number of hours cannot be guaranteed.

This position can be a great fit for students, individuals looking for supplemental income, or anyone who enjoys working with a team in a fast-paced and constantly changing event environment.

Responsibilities

Catering Event Staff are involved in all aspects of event execution. Responsibilities may include:

• Loading and unloading food, equipment, décor, and event supplies
• Setting up tables, chairs, linens, serving equipment, décor, and other event items
• Assisting with venue and event setup
• Setting up buffet, plated, appetizer, beverage, and service stations
• Providing friendly and professional food and beverage service
• Serving guests during buffet, plated, cocktail, and other styles of service
• Maintaining buffet and beverage stations throughout events
• Clearing and bussing tables
• Keeping guest and service areas clean, organized, and presentable
• Assisting with event décor and presentation
• Communicating with the Event Captain and other team members throughout the event
• Responding professionally to guest needs and requests
• Breaking down events and packing equipment and supplies
• Cleaning event and service areas before departure
• Helping ensure equipment and supplies are properly accounted for and returned
• Performing other event-related duties as assigned by the Event Captain/Lead

What We’re Looking For

Successful Event Staff should:

• Be friendly, professional, and customer-service focused
• Be dependable and punctual
• Work well as part of a team
• Follow instructions and direction from Event Captains/Leads
• Be willing and able to work quickly and efficiently
• Manage time well
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced event environment
• Take initiative when something needs to be done
• Adapt professionally when event plans or circumstances change
• Enjoy solving problems and tackling challenges
• Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Treat clients, guests, venues, vendors, and fellow employees professionally

Physical Requirements

Catering and event work can be physically demanding. Team members must be able to:

• Spend extended periods standing and walking
• Bend, reach, carry, load, and unload event supplies
• Safely lift and carry catering equipment, food, and event supplies
• Work both indoors and outdoors depending on the event
• Maintain a professional working pace throughout potentially long event shifts

Requirements

• Current Utah Food Handler Permit or ability to obtain one
• Reliable transportation to and from assigned work locations
• Ability to travel to multiple event locations throughout the Salt Lake Valley and surrounding areas
• Ability to work morning, afternoon, and evening shifts
• Weekend availability as needed
• Availability for selected holidays or special events when scheduled
• Professional and clean appearance
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

A clean driving record may be required for employees who advance into Event Captain/Lead positions or are authorized to operate company vehicles.

Scheduling & Shift Availability

Have Party Will Travel is a catering and event company, so schedules are based on booked events and change from week to week.

This position is part-time and on-call/event-based, and we cannot guarantee a specific number of hours each week.

Event shifts for the upcoming month are typically sent to staff during the second week of the prior month. For example, February shifts would normally be sent during the second week of January.

Available shifts are offered to the event team, and employees who respond promptly generally have the best opportunity to receive the shifts they want.

Employees are not expected to accept every available shift. However, once an employee accepts and is assigned to a shift, they are expected to honor that commitment and arrive on time and ready to work.

Additional last-minute shifts may become available when new events are booked, staffing needs change, or additional help is required.

Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts may be available. Event start times and shift lengths will vary.

Have Party Will Travel is generally closed Sundays and most major holidays; however, special circumstances and client events may occasionally require availability outside of our normal schedule.

Attendance Expectations

Our clients depend on Have Party Will Travel to arrive fully staffed, prepared, and ready to execute their event. Because of this, dependable attendance and communication are essential parts of this position.

If an employee cannot work an accepted shift, they are expected to communicate with management as soon as possible and follow company procedures regarding absences and shift coverage.

Failure to report for an accepted shift without contacting management (no-call/no-show) is considered a serious attendance violation and may be treated as job abandonment or voluntary resignation, depending on the circumstances.

Repeated tardiness, missed shifts, or failure to communicate regarding an absence may result in removal from future shifts or termination of employment.

Opportunity for Advancement

Exemplary Event Staff have the opportunity to be cross-trained and advance into Event Captain/Lead positions.

Captains receive additional training and take on increased responsibilities, which may include:

• Leading event setup and breakdown
• Directing and coordinating Event Staff
• Reviewing event details and timelines
• Overseeing food and beverage service
• Communicating with clients, venues, and other event professionals
• Ensuring service and presentation meet Have Party Will Travel standards
• Helping troubleshoot and resolve issues during events
• Ensuring equipment, supplies, and event items are accounted for before departure

Captain/Lead shifts typically involve greater responsibility and may involve longer shifts.

Employees working designated Captain/Lead shifts receive a higher rate of pay.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Variety of events and work locations
• Opportunity for additional shifts during busy event periods
• Opportunity for advancement into Event Captain/Lead positions
• Hands-on experience in catering, hospitality, weddings, corporate functions, and special events
• Work as part of an experienced catering and event team

About Have Party Will Travel

Have Party Will Travel is a full-service catering and event company serving weddings, corporate events, private parties, and special events throughout Utah.

Our Event Staff represent Have Party Will Travel directly in front of our clients and their guests. We expect every member of our team to provide professional, friendly, and dependable service while working together to make each event successful.

Job Type: Part-Time / On-Call
Pay: $14.00–$17.00 per hour
Work Location: Multiple event locations