Catering Assistant

Serve with care. Support with pride.

Meritus Health is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Catering Assistant to support our Nutrition Services team. This role ensures timely, attractive, and safe delivery of catering services for medical center guests and staff—contributing to a positive experience across our campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and prepare daily catering requests and delivery schedules
• Set up and clean up catering events with attention to presentation and timing
• Follow safe food handling and infection control procedures
• Prepare and batch cook menu items using proper techniques and equipment
• Calculate quantities and gather supplies for catering production
• Maintain compliance with health regulations and departmental standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• General work experience in customer service or team-based environments preferred
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Ability to follow instructions, measure ingredients, and perform basic math
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.