Location
Villanova, PA
Work Schedule:
full-time/12-months
Department: 412-Dining Services Operations
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.
Responsible
for maintaining the overall cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety of the dining operations. This includes front of the house and back of
the house areas along with receiving and stocking duties. Stocks, rotates, and replenishes merchandise. The Dining Services Associate will
work with management and co-workers to instill and foster the value of the Villanova Mission Statement and the Dining Services Mission
Statement. The individual will focus on our Core Values: Safety, Sanitation, and Excellence. All of our associates should improve our
systems and overall operation.
Why join our team? Our dining services team members receive:
- Increased
hourly rate starting at $17.50/hour - Generous vacation plan and holiday schedule
- Free meals during each shift
- Health and wellness resources plus discount programs
- Opportunities for advancement
- Various schedules available,
including late night positions with night differential - Free uniforms, including footwear
- *Full-time employees also
receive: 403b retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions, tuition remission for associates and dependents, medical,
vision, and dental insurance with multiple health plan options
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:
- Scrapes, cleans, sanitizes, and replenishes all dishes, silverware, cups, glasses, pots, and pans etc. Properly stores all clean
items. - Operates dish machine or pot machine and is responsible to record proper temperatures and correct levels of chemical
sanitizers according to regulations. Loads and unloads dish machine. - Disposes of food waste and trash both front of house and back
of house as needed. Sweeps and mops all floors and walk in refrigerators. Separates recycling from trash. - Assists in receiving,
storing, transporting and stocking of food and nonfood items.
NONESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in
transporting supplies from storage areas to work areas as required. Fills juices, milk, and soda machines as needed. - Assists on
serving lines or back of the house prep work if needed. Acts as a runner to replenish food supplies on service lines. Communicates with
cooks concerning amounts of food on service lines. - Works special events/weekends as required
- Perform additional duties and
assist with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Work Skills:
- Basic reading and writing skills; basic communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Practices excellent
personal hygiene habits and follows and adheres to uniform standards. - Ability to: follow directions and complete assigned tasks,
work with minimal supervision, and to interact with people on a constant basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred – High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferred – Basic knowledge of food service safety and sanitation
- Preferred – Serv Safe Training and Allergy Awareness Training
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work
Hours
Tools, machinery, and equipment used:
- Knives, slicers, and all kitchen
equipment
Environmental conditions:
- Chemicals used for cleaning
- Weather exposure for special
events
Physical requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift, push/pull
up to 50 pounds independently - Ability to withstand extreme temperatures
Special Message to Applicants
SCHEDULE during normal operating hours:
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday 12pm – 9pm
OFF Thursday and
Sunday
Salary Posting Information
$17.50 per hour. Shift differential for qualifying
shifts.
Salary Grade
8
Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
