Dining Services Associate - St Mary's
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY, Villanova, PA, United States
Dining Services Associate – St Mary's
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Schedule Normal operating hours: Sunday – Thursday 5:00pm – 12:00am. (Shifts may include night differential.)
Posting Details Position Title: Dining Services Associate – St Mary’s Post Number: 20260103S Position Type: Staff Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: Part-time, 9 months (average 26 hours/week) 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. Even as a part‑time employee, you will receive access to certain benefits, including tuition assistance and more.
As a Dining Services Associate you will be responsible for maintaining overall cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety of the dining operations. This includes front‑ and back‑of‑house areas along with receiving and stocking duties. You will stock, rotate, and replenish merchandise. You will work with management and co‑workers to instill and foster the value of the Villanova Mission Statement and the Dining Services Mission Statement, focusing on Core Values: Safety, Sanitation, and Excellence. All associates will work hard to improve our systems and overall operation.
Benefits
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
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. Properly stores all clean items.
Operates dish machine or pot machine and records proper temperatures and correct levels of chemical sanitizers according to regulations. Loads and unloads dish machine.
Disposes of food waste and trash in front‑ and back‑of‑house areas 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 non‑food items.
NON‑ESSENTIAL 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‑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.
Performs additional duties and assists with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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 interact with people on a constant basis.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of food service safety and sanitation.
Serv Safe Training and Allergy Awareness Training.
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions
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; lift, push/pull up to 50 pounds independently; withstand extreme temperatures.
Salary and Details Posting Date: 03/31/2026 Closing Date: 11:59pm ET Salary: $17.50 per hour (shift differential for qualifying shifts) Salary Grade: 8 Job Classification: Non‑exempt
References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed: 0 Maximum Number of References Needed: 0
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Complete Your Application Required Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
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Schedule Normal operating hours: Sunday – Thursday 5:00pm – 12:00am. (Shifts may include night differential.)
Posting Details Position Title: Dining Services Associate – St Mary’s Post Number: 20260103S Position Type: Staff Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: Part-time, 9 months (average 26 hours/week) 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. Even as a part‑time employee, you will receive access to certain benefits, including tuition assistance and more.
As a Dining Services Associate you will be responsible for maintaining overall cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety of the dining operations. This includes front‑ and back‑of‑house areas along with receiving and stocking duties. You will stock, rotate, and replenish merchandise. You will work with management and co‑workers to instill and foster the value of the Villanova Mission Statement and the Dining Services Mission Statement, focusing on Core Values: Safety, Sanitation, and Excellence. All associates will work hard to improve our systems and overall operation.
Benefits
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
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. Properly stores all clean items.
Operates dish machine or pot machine and records proper temperatures and correct levels of chemical sanitizers according to regulations. Loads and unloads dish machine.
Disposes of food waste and trash in front‑ and back‑of‑house areas 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 non‑food items.
NON‑ESSENTIAL 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‑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.
Performs additional duties and assists with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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 interact with people on a constant basis.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of food service safety and sanitation.
Serv Safe Training and Allergy Awareness Training.
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions
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; lift, push/pull up to 50 pounds independently; withstand extreme temperatures.
Salary and Details Posting Date: 03/31/2026 Closing Date: 11:59pm ET Salary: $17.50 per hour (shift differential for qualifying shifts) Salary Grade: 8 Job Classification: Non‑exempt
References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed: 0 Maximum Number of References Needed: 0
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Complete Your Application Required Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
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