Job Description

Job Description

The Virginia Catering Company is dedicated to providing exceptional catering services for a variety of events. The Catering Services Worker supports the event operations team in running successful catering orders and events on the University of Virginia grounds and surrounding community. The Catering Services Worker supports and carries out event set up, transporting equipment, food, or other supplies to the event location, serving guests during the event, and breaking down/ cleaning up after the end of an event. 

The schedule for this position will vary depending on the needs of our catering events. Available hours per week will be 30+. Flexibility is essential.

Pay Rate: $18-20 depending on qualifications.

Full-time staff are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance along with paid time off, including accrued sick and vacation time.

Job Responsibilities

• Serves food and beverage to guests according to guests orders and/or banquet menu.
• Maintains knowledge of menu items and all other offerings.
• Maintains appearance and cleanliness of food service areas during event.
• Replenishes food and beverage product.
• Adheres to all alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines including checking guests’ identification.
• Provides excellent customer service, anticipating guests’ needs.
• Breaks down and cleans/sanitizes food service areas, workstations, and equipment.
• Maintains a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc..
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience preferred
• Previous catering experience preferred
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Must follow the required dress code as assigned 
• Must be available to work event-based hours
• Must be able to complete Food Handling and Alcohol Service training as required

 

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on  Facebook ,  Instagram and  Twitter .

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