About the role
Catering workers are central within the food and event industry and are responsible for preparing and serving food at various events. They can work for catering companies or be employed by larger institutions such as hotels and conference centers. Often no formal education is required, but experience in the restaurant industry and knowledge of food hygiene are valuable.Responsibilities
Catering workers prepare dishes, set tables, and serve guests at events. They are responsible for presenting the food in an appealing way and ensuring that the service is efficient and professional. After the event, it often falls within their responsibilities to clean and ensure that the equipment is restored.Skills and tools
Catering workers must have good knowledge of cooking and presentation and be service-oriented. They use kitchen equipment and serving materials and must be able to handle stressful situations. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team are also important qualities. Common competencies demanded by employers are logistik, livsmedel and cateringverksamhet.