Front of house lead/catering assistant
Summary
Leads café operations and supports catering at Marygrove Café in Detroit, training staff, ensuring service standards, and coordinating orders and deliveries.
Now Hiring: Front of House Lead & Catering Assistant
📍 Marygrove Café – Detroit, MI
Are you a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced food service environment? Picasso Restaurant Group is seeking a Front of House Lead & Catering Assistant to help oversee daily café operations while supporting our growing catering program.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys working with people, staying organized, and delivering exceptional customer service.
What You'll Do
Front of House Leadership
- Lead and support the front-of-house team during daily operations
- Provide outstanding customer service and resolve guest concerns professionally
- Open and close the café as needed
- Train and coach team members
- Ensure food displays, beverage stations, and dining areas remain clean, stocked, and presentation-ready
- Assist with scheduling and daily operational needs
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
Catering Support
- Prepare and package catering orders with attention to detail
- Coordinate catering deliveries and event setup
- Communicate with clients to ensure orders are accurate and completed on time
- Assist with inventory and catering supplies
- Support catering events as needed
Qualifications
- Previous food service and customer service experience required
- Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Catering experience is a plus
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, dependable, and team-oriented
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Schedule
This position requires flexible availability, including days, evenings, and weekends, depending on café and catering needs.
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Leadership growth opportunities
- Paid training
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both café operations and catering services
If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and enjoy leading a team while helping create memorable catering experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Picasso Restaurant Group team!