Median / Average Pay ($)
- $14.92 / hour (BLS.gov)
- $18.81 / hour (Indeed.com)
- $15 / hour (ZipRecruiter.com) (Catering Staff)
- $18.20 / hour (Payscale.com)
Services Provided
- Food and Beverage – Preparing and serving individual or buffet-style meals, desserts, and beverages.
- Event Staffing Support – Providing the staff to prepare, cook, and serve food and drinks.
- Rentals – Leasing event items such as chairs, tables, tableware, linens, silverware, and other serving equipment.
- Delivery and Setup – Bringing equipment and supplies to the event location and setting them up.
- Post-Event Cleanup – Removing catering items used during an event.