135 Catering Assistant jobs in Indianapolis

• Plan and coordinate all catering operations for various events, ensuring seamless execution.
• Develop creative and appealing menus in collaboration with chefs, considering client preferences, dietary restrictions, and seasonal availability.
• Manage all event logistics, including staffing, equipment, transportation, and venue setup.
• Oversee and train catering staff, ensuring high standards of service, professionalism, and presentation.
• Source and manage relationships with external vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality.
• Develop and manage event budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring profitability.
• Conduct pre-event meetings with clients to understand their needs and expectations, providing expert recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations, health codes, and licensing requirements.
• Handle any on-site issues or client concerns promptly and effectively, maintaining client satisfaction.
• Continuously evaluate and improve catering processes and service offerings.
• Maintain an inventory of catering supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop proposals and presentations for potential clients.

• Proven experience as a Catering Manager or in a similar event management role within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of culinary arts, menu planning, and food presentation.
• Excellent understanding of event planning, logistics, and execution.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in budget management and cost control.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., ServSafe certification) is highly preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by event schedules.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with catering software or event management platforms is a plus.

The Food Service Specialist is a front-line position that effectively and professionally interacts and builds relationships with our customers. This position will be responsible for preparing foods, maintain a food safety and sanitation standard thro Food Service, Specialist, Food, Service, Retail

The Food Service Specialist is a front-line position that effectively and professionally interacts and builds relationships with our customers. This position will be responsible for preparing foods, maintain a food safety and sanitation standard thro Food Service, Specialist, Food, Service, Retail

The Food Service Worker at Correctional Industrial Facility supervises inmates to ensure that meal and food items are prepared in accordance with production plans. In this role, you will train workers in methods of performing duties, as well as assign and coordinate work to promote the efficiency of operations. This person is also responsible for the sanitation of the facility and maintaining personal safety, by conforming to all standards and regulations. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs. Benefits include full health benefits, 401k, vacation/pto, holiday pay, college tuition assistance, free shift meals and more. Starting pay is $18/hour.

Job Responsibilities:

• Adhere to and maintain preparation and production guidelines according to Aramark standards by reviewing and approving production and temperature logs.
• Supervise inmates in food preparation and tray assembly.
• Ensure timely, efficient meal service and all Aramark guidelines are being met.
• Participate in preparation and serving of meals Prints and distribute recipes.
• Direct inmates in the use of Aramark recipes and train on proper cooking procedures.
• Ensure proper portions and any special dietary requirements are fulfilled.
• Obtain accurate daily population counts and review with staff.
• Adhere to security policies and procedures.
• Ensure storage areas are locked at all times.
• Ensure that all kitchen tools and equipment are returned to their designated secure area.
• Ensure all keys are returned and secured.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and sanitation schedules while ensuring that cooks, inmates and/or food service workers adhere to the assigned schedule.
• Assist in conducting inventory, properly receiving, and storing food and food related items. Requisition orders as needed for approval.
• Participates in the preparation/5 P?s (Participation, Pulls, Production, Portion Control, and Postproduction), storage and assembly of meals and food items.
• Follows the Company?s Standard of Operation for food handling and storage. Follows HACCP policies and procedures regarding proper food handling procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must be over 18 years of age
• Minimum of one (1) year of food prep or related work preferred
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Previous experience interacting with inmates a plus
• Ability to motivate and supervise inmates and/or team members to attain quality and quantity of food production in a correctional work environment
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to exercise good judgment and tact
• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and policies
• Must qualify for and maintain correctional facility security clearance
• This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of personal protective equipment (PPE).

About Aramark:

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The Food Service Worker at Correctional Industrial Facility supervises inmates to ensure that meal and food items are prepared in accordance with production plans. In this role, you will train workers in methods of performing duties, as well as assign and coordinate work to promote the efficiency of operations. This person is also responsible for the sanitation of the facility and maintaining personal safety, by conforming to all standards and regulations. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Benefits: Full Health Benefits, 401k*, Vacation/PTO, Holiday Pay, College Tuition Assistance, Free Shift Meals & MORE!
Starting Pay: $18/hour

? Adhere to and maintain preparation and production guidelines according to Aramark standards by reviewing and approving production and temperature logs.
? Supervise inmates in food preparation and tray assembly.
? Ensure timely, efficient meal service and all Aramark guidelines are being met.
? Participate in preparation and serving of meals
? Prints and distribute recipes.
? Direct inmates in the use of Aramark recipes and train on proper cooking procedures.
? Ensure proper portions and any special dietary requirements are fulfilled.
? Obtain accurate daily population counts and review with staff.
? Adhere to security policies and procedures. Ensure storage areas are locked at all times.
? Ensure that all kitchen tools and equipment are returned to their designated secure area. Ensure all keys are returned and secured.
? Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and sanitation schedules while ensuring that cooks, inmates and/or food service workers adhere to the assigned schedule.
? Assist in conducting inventory, properly receiving, and storing food and food related items. Requisition orders as needed for approval.
? Participates in the preparation/5 P?s (Participation, Pulls, Production, Portion Control, and Postproduction), storage and assembly of meals and food items.
? Follows the Company?s Standard of Operation for food handling and storage. Follows HACCP policies and procedures regarding proper food handling procedures.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

? Must be over 18 years of age
? Minimum of one (1) year of food prep or related work preferred
? Previous supervisory experience preferred
? Previous experience interacting with inmates a plus
? Ability to motivate and supervise inmates and/or team members to attain quality and quantity of food production in a correctional work environment
? Must be able to obtain a food safety certification
? Ability to work independently with limited supervision
? Ability to exercise good judgment and tact
? Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and policies
? Must qualify for and maintain correctional facility security clearance

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

• $18.00/Hour
• Hiring Immediately
• Set / Flexible Schedules
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Full Benefits
• Employee Meal

At SSP America, our Food Service Workers have the important role of preparing, serving, selling, and stocking delicious food and beverages for our guests. Here are a few things you can expect when you join our team as a food service worker

• Having warm, friendly smiles
• Respecting our customers
• Delivering delicious food quickly
• Working well in fast-paced environments

The ideal candidate for this position has:

• Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner
• Process orders and enter them accurately into the POS system
• Receive payment from the customer and process change
• Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and break-down of any machinery and equipment
• Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required
• Return all items used during your shift to the proper place, clean and organize all work and storage areas (including all coolers and refrigerators), empty and re-line all trash containers
• Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
• Other duties as assigned

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.