Location: Travel-Based, West Michigan
Job Type: Part-time | Event-Based | Flexible Schedule
Pay: $16 - 18 per hour based on experience
About Us
Gilmore Catering is a mobile catering company specializing in weddings, private events, and corporate functions throughout West Michigan. We bring top-tier food and beverage service to unique venues, private homes, and outdoor destinations. We're looking for professional, enthusiastic Catering Servers and Bartenders to join our traveling team. We are willing to train the right candidates.
Responsibilities
Servers:
- Set up and break down food service areas
- Serve plated meals, passed hors d'oeuvres, or buffet items
- Maintain professionalism, cleanliness, and hospitality throughout events
- Follow service timelines and instructions from event leads
Bartenders:
- Pack and maintain inventory during events
- Set up and break down bars
- Mix and serve beer, wine, and specialty cocktails
- Monitor alcohol consumption and follow local/state serving laws
- Keep bar area clean, organized, and guest-focused
- Must have bartending experience
- Must be open to a mix of serving and bartending shifts
Qualifications
- Must be 18+
- Ability to travel to various event locations (reliable transportation preferred)
- Weekend and evening availability required
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Bartenders must have (or be willing to obtain) valid TIPS certification
What We Offer
- $16-18/hr depending on role and experience
- Mileage reimbursement or carpools available for certain events
- Flexible scheduling
- Work in unique, fast-paced event settings
- Opportunities for growth within the company
Schedule
- Part-time, event-based
- Shifts primarily on weekends and evenings
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
COOKING WITH CHARACTER
As an established leader in West Michigan's restaurant and entertainment industry for over 30 years, the Gilmore Collection has had the privelage of working with and developing some of the country's most talented hospitality professionals. We have opportunites and career paths for individuals of all skill levels.