Catering Staff For Hire in Washington, DC

At Elevate Events, we are your hospitality staffing solution with our full service catering staff in Washington, DC.

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Catering Staff in Washington, DC

A well-trained catering team is indispensable for a successful event. Our catering staff for hire in Washington, D.C. are fully certified and experienced in safely managing all aspects of food service.

As the premier catering staffing agency in Washington, D.C., we collaborate closely with VIP chefs who are known for their meticulous attention to detail. Trust our expert catering staff to ensure every event is flawlessly executed.

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Elevate Events offers professional catering staff team members that consist of tray passers, buffet servers, and plated seated dinner servers.

Elevate Events provides a professional catering staff team including tray passers, buffet servers, and plated dinner servers. Our team is versatile, adept at handling events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large weddings and corporate functions. They are discreet, friendly, and responsible for event setup, food service, and cleanup.

Our catering staff for hire not only exceeds expectations in food service but also arrives in professional attire tailored to your event's dress code standards.

Catering Staff Positions

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Servers

  • Tray pass servers circulate through events, offering hors d'oeuvres or drinks from trays, while maintaining a professional and approachable demeanor. They excel in settings such as cocktail hours, galleries, and other pre-meal events, ensuring guests' needs are promptly met with hospitality.

  • Buffet servers manage the setup and maintenance of buffet areas, ensuring food displays are appealing and well-stocked. They assist guests with dietary needs, provide information about dishes, and maintain cleanliness. With their friendly approach, they contribute to a welcoming atmosphere and ensure guests enjoy a satisfying dining experience.

  • Table Service Servers are skilled in providing an elegant dining experience, flawlessly serving courses to guests at their tables. They have in-depth knowledge of the menu, gracefully catering to special requests and dietary requirements. With precise timing and attention to detail, they ensure each guest receives their meal promptly, contributing to a seamless and unforgettable dining occasion.

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Cleaning Staff

  • Bussers are responsible for keeping your event presentable and clean. Their duties include removing used dishes, glassware, and utensils, wiping down tables, and restocking condiments.

  • Dishwashers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, and utensils used in food preparation and service. Dishwashers maintain cleanliness in the dishwashing area.

  • Scullery workers help ensure that event rentals will be cleaned and stored properly. They scrape, wash and rerack all rentals for proper return.

How to Book Catering Staff for Your Event in DC

  • Contact Us

    Inquire through our website or give us a call 323-426-6910

  • Get Quote

    We send you a quote and presentation with available staff, and experience.

  • Confirm

    Confirm your event details, select uniform and we send out availability to our team.

  • Payment

    Make a payment to confirm booking and enjoy your event with your preferred team.

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 FAQs

  • The number of servers required for your event varies depending on the style of service:

    Buffet Style: If you are serving a buffet style dinner, it is good to have 1-2 servers per serving station.

    Plated Dinner: For a plated dinner service, aim for 1 server per 10-20 guests to ensure timely delivery of meals and attentive service. If you have multiple small tables, it is a good idea to assign one server per table at the dinner.

    Tray Pass: If you're offering tray-passed appetizers or drinks, assign 1 server per 50 guests to circulate among attendees and offer appetizers and refreshments.

  • A good rule of thumb for events is to hire dishwashers if you have a full sized kitchen with sinks and industrial dishwashers. If you are using a majority of rentals and need a team to handle the rental organization for return to the rental company - scullery workers are the way to go.

    Learn more about scullery here.

  • At Elevate, our dedicated team is extensively trained to cater to common dietary restrictions. In addition to our knowledgeable staff, we highly recommend using signage as an extra layer of assurance for your guests. For instance, utilizing small toothpicks labeled with terms like 'Vegan' or 'Contains Nuts' can effectively communicate the ingredients in each dish, ensuring a seamless dining experience for all guests.

  • Our standard uniform is either a black or white bistro. This consists of a black or white long sleeved button down, a black skinny tie, black slacks, and black polished dress shoes.

  • Gratuities are not included in the standard booking fee. Tips are never required, but appreciated by the staff if you choose to do so.

  • Yes, all our servers are ABC Certified, RBS Certified, and have their food handlers cards.