Dining Services Associate

Why work at Villanova?

• Villanova University’s new Cabrini Campus will open in August 2026! To learn more about the 112-acre campus, including information on the shuttle bus service, please visit the Villanova University, Cabrini Campus page by clicking here.
• 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.

As a Dining Services Associate you will be 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 will work hard to 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.

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.

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 – High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred – Basic knowledge of food service safety and sanitation
• Preferred – Serv Safe Training and Allergy Awareness Training

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

Schedules available include:

Full Time, 12 months (year round):

1.) Friday – Monday 2pm – 1am

2.) Tuesday – Saturday 6am – 3pm

3.) Sunday – Thursday 12pm – 9pm

4.) Sunday – Thursday 4pm – 1am

5.) Tuesday – Saturday 4pm – 1am

6.) Friday – Monday 8am – 7pm

7.) Friday – Monday 2pm – 1am

8.) Friday – Monday 3pm – 2am

9.) Sunday and Monday 12pm – 9pm. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 5pm – 2am

10.) Sunday – Thursday 12pm – 9pm
11.) Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday/Sunday 12pm – 9pm

Full Time, 9 months (these positions do not work during the summer months):

1.) Sunday – Thursday 12:30pm – 9:30pm
2.) Monday – Friday 11:30am – 8:30pm

Part Time, 9 months (these positions do not work during the summer months):

1.) Monday/Wednesday 5pm – 10pm, Saturday/Sunday 9am – 6pm

2.) Friday – Tuesday 6am – 11:30am

Please note in your application which shift(s) you are available to work.