Restaurant and Event Catering Specialist (m/f/d) Training
Three-year dual training program with one to two days per week of vocational school instruction. Open and friendly individuals who enjoy working in a team are particularly well-suited for restaurants and events. Interacting with guests is part of everyday life, and communication and sales skills are helpful in this regard. If you are well organized and can remain calm and keep track of things even when things get hectic, this is the right profession for you. Foreign languages are an advantage. Restaurant and event catering specialists focus on the well-being of their guests – whether at dinner or a large conference, a unique wedding celebration or daily à la carte service. They play the role of host in the restaurant, at the bar, and at a wide variety of events. They are proficient in all processes, from preparing rooms for seasonal and special occasions to advising guests and professionally serving drinks, food, and menus to issuing invoices.
The ReVas are the bridge between the kitchen and the guests. They have the expertise to explain the origin, taste, and preparation of food and beverages to guests. They are well versed in food and beverage trends. No matter how lively things get, they maintain an overview and coordinate all restaurant operations.
Catering & Events – the new power couple in training! Restaurant and event catering specialists have been completely repositioned as full-fledged professionals for all types of events. From the conception of conferences, banquets, and celebrations to their organization and implementation, they have a clear overview and are in control.
Key data:
- 3-year dual training program
- Start date by arrangement
- Working hours vary depending on the department
Your Responsibilities
- Shaping the guest experience as a host
- Advising guests on food and beverages
- sales promotion
- Professional serving of food and beverages
- Preparation of specialty coffees and cocktails
- Organization of service processes
- Planning and organizing events
- Working with billing and reservation systems
- Sustainability and hygiene
- Instruction and guidance of employees and teamwork
What you should bring
- secondary school diploma
- Enjoy working with and for people
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Good manners, pleasant appearance
- Quick comprehension
- Organizational and sales skills
- Carefulness and sense of responsibility
- Mathematical skills
Further training opportunities after successfully completing training:
A wide variety of areas in the catering and event management industries are open to qualified ReVas. The broad training and diverse further training opportunities open doors to a wide range of career paths, including abroad. In restaurants, young professionals often start as commis de rang and work their way up to restaurant management. In hotels, food and beverage management, banquet and event departments offer exciting entry-level opportunities. Some ReVas also choose to work as bartenders for event or convention organizers. It is possible to advance to positions such as F&B manager or restaurant director. Others become self-employed and open their own restaurants.
What sets you apart
Host mentality: You ensure that our guests feel comfortable—through reliability and quality.
Resilience: When things get hectic or you have to work quickly, you remain focused, calm, and keep track of everything.
Problem-solving skills & conflict sensitivity: You think proactively, remain fair, and act thoughtfully.
Empathy & team spirit: You enjoy working with others and have a good sense of your colleagues.
Discretion: What happens in the office stays in the office—you handle information responsibly.
Willingness to learn: You are open to new processes, tools, and ideas.
Positive attitude: You bring good energy to the team—and it shows.
What you'll earn with us
A salary you can count on
With every employment contract, we adhere to the collective bargaining agreement for the hotel and restaurant industry in North Rhine-Westphalia. For you, this means:
- Guaranteed wage increases: Every wage increase takes effect automatically—including the next round, which is expected to be negotiated in late summer 2026.
- Transparent pay grading: Every employee is classified according to the same clear rules—based on qualifications and professional experience. No salary negotiations behind closed doors, no jealousy, no discord within the team.
- Clear to everyone: You can always see where you stand today and when you’ll reach the next level.
What else we offer you
Working conditions
- Flexible work: You tell us how many days a week and how many hours a day you’d like to work—and we’ll work with you to see if it’s a good fit
- At least 28 days of vacation—because rest is just as important as dedication
- Accommodating requests for time off: We do our best to accommodate important personal commitments when scheduling shifts
- Staff housing, subject to availability, if you are new to the area
- Time Off Together: Company Holidays Over Christmas and a Summer Staff Party
Additional services
- 30% staff discount on accommodations for family and friends, 25% off food and beverages and spa services
- 25% discount at the partner hotels of "Sterne im Sauerland"
- Free use of the fitness center, swimming pools, and recreation room during off-peak hours
- Participation in our daily fitness and relaxation classes, subject to availability
- Exclusive travel deals via personights.de (600+ hotels starting at €48/night)
- Discounted travel worldwide through our partner portal for tourism professionals
- At least one subsidized training course per year