Catering Delivery Assistant

Catering Delivery Assistant

Company: Villanova University

Job Location: Villanova, 19085

Category: Food Services

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: 20260099S

Location: Villanova, PA

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Department: 423-Catering

Position Summary

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

This person is responsible for the daily operation of catering delivery contracts and ensures that our quality standards are maintained This includes the driving and operating of the department's vans. This position also is responsible for the food delivery services in the building and for remote set ups. This person will work with management and co-workers to instill and foster the value of the Villanova Mission Statement and the Dining Services Mission Statement. This person will focus on our Core Values: Safety and Sanitation, Friendly Courteous Service, and Excellence. All our associates should improve our systems and overall operation.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides excellent customer service for catering events. Sets up events to include on-site and off-site coffee packages, small catering events, along with break down and cleanup of the events as needed. Responsible for gathering all delivery service supplies (condiments, silverware, napkins, etc) and food items needed for all deliveries and set ups. This includes driving the department vans. Responsible to follow all sanitation standards. Knowledge of menu and basic ingredients are required along with allergy awareness.
• Provides assistance to the managers and chefs with production, prep, serving as needed for all events.
• Performs a variety of tasks to assist other areas of dining service (on an as needed basis) with back of the house production in Dougherty Hall or campus wide special events.
• Assists with set up, service and breakdowns of all major events with Catering

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes a delivery service production sheet on a daily basis.
• Attends catering meetings as needed.

NONESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education:

• High School Diploma/equivalent or 2+ years of food service experience required.

Specific Job Knowledge:

• Serv Safe certification preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food service overall
• Valid Driver License required with a good driving record and no traffic violations. Must be able to meet and maintain VU driving privileges as outlined by Villanova's Risk Management's Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Driver's of University Vehicles.

Work Skills:

• Oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a group under general supervision.

Equipment Knowledge:

• General kitchen and food service equipment knowledge
• How to operate the department vans

Preferred Qualifications

• Serv Safe certification preferred.
• Ramp Certification preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Tools, machinery and equipment used:

• Kitchen Equipment
• Vans

Environmental Conditions:

• Chemicals associated with the food service industry.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds independently
• Ability to sit stand for extended periods
• Ability to push/pull up to 30 pounds independently
• Ability to use various chemicals

Special Message to Applicants

Schedule will vary weekly depending on event needs.
Must be flexible.

Salary Posting Information

$18.25 per hour (shift differential for qualifying shifts)

Salary Grade
8