Hospitality & Event Team Member

Tsunami Catering is looking for dependable, professional team members who take pride in their work and enjoy creating exceptional experiences for our clients.

This is more than a serving position. We are looking for team members who can be trusted to represent Tsunami Catering professionally, solve problems, take ownership, and help create exceptional client experiences.

No two days are exactly alike. One day may involve delivering food, another assisting with event setup, serving guests, or supporting our team behind the scenes. Flexibility, professionalism, and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, works well independently, takes ownership of responsibilities, and is comfortable interacting with clients, coworkers, and event guests in a professional manner.

Location: Tri-Cities, WA

Hours: Part-time. Hours vary based on events and business needs, with opportunities for additional hours and responsibilities as the company grows.

Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour, with opportunities for advancement based on performance, reliability, and additional responsibilities assumed over time.

• Paid sick leave in accordance with Washington State law
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company

• Event setup and teardown
• Buffet service and guest interaction
• Driving company vehicles for food deliveries and event support
• Loading and unloading catering equipment and supplies
• Assisting with event execution
• Washing dishes and assisting with post-event cleanup
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in work and event areas
• Following event timelines and instructions
• Representing Tsunami Catering professionally at all times

As a growing small business, our team members are expected to work together and assist wherever needed. While each role has primary responsibilities, successful team members are flexible, willing to pitch in, and take pride in helping the team achieve exceptional results for our clients.

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability and willingness to drive company vehicles for deliveries and event support
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to successfully pass a background check
• Ability to lift and carry catering equipment and supplies
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional early mornings
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preference will be given to candidates with hospitality, catering, customer service, event, delivery, or related experience.

• Take ownership rather than waiting to be told what to do
• Show up on time, prepared, and ready to contribute
• Notice what needs to be done and step in to help
• Follow through on commitments
• Remain calm under pressure
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Treat clients, guests, and coworkers with respect
• Care about quality and attention to detail
• Are coachable and eager to learn
• Represent our company with pride

• Clients feeling cared for and impressed
• Events running smoothly and professionally
• Deliveries completed safely and on time
• Equipment and supplies handled responsibly
• Problems solved proactively
• Team members supporting one another
• Leadership knowing they can trust you to follow through

Tsunami Catering is an award-winning local catering company committed to professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. We are building a team of people who care about the quality of their work, take pride in serving others, and want to contribute to something exceptional.