Catering Student Assistant

University of Texas; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Catering Student Assistant to support setup and service for indoor gatherings and outdoor events on the UT campus.

You will assist with equipment, decor, and food service, ensuring high standards of customer care and adherence to safety policies. This role offers 25 hours weekly and a pathway to gain experience in campus catering operations.

Flexible scheduling and professional growth opportunities accompany a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication to interact with clients and partners.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Commitment to excellent customer service and prompt responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service of the highest quality.
• Treat guests with courtesy and consideration.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
• Adhere to uniform requirements and return uniforms to management after events.
• Demonstrate knowledge of food and drinks including ingredients and allergens.
• Learn and follow University policies and safety procedures.
• Demonstrate efficiency on the service floor.
• Follow Health and Safety guidelines for sanitation and serving food.
• Practice safe lifting techniques.
• Perform other duties during events as directed.
• Maintain front and back of house with a clean-as-you-go approach.
• Load trucks for transport.
• Set up and return tables, decor, utensils, and equipment.
• Push carts up to 50 lbs. to the events around campus.
• Represent Forty Acres Catering with professionalism.
• Interact with university faculty and staff as a key communicator.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Customer service

Job description

Job Posting Title: Catering Student Assistant

Hiring Department: University Housing and Dining

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 25

FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer

Earliest Start Date: Ongoing

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

Purpose The Catering Student Assistant will deliver high-quality food and beverage service for indoor gatherings and large outdoor events. This position will assist in the setup for banquets and large indoor and outdoor events including movement, placement, and return of equipment, decor, plates and glassware, lighting and other equipment, and maintain organization in all catering storage locations. They will ensure a high standard of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service of the highest quality.
• Treat guests with courtesy and consideration.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
• Adhere to uniform requirements and return uniforms to management after events.
• Demonstrate knowledge of food and drinks provided by catering, including ingredients and food allergens.
• Learn and follow University, UHD and Forty Acres Catering policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate efficiency when on the service floor.
• Follow Health and Safety guidelines for sanitation, holding temperatures and serving food.
• Practice safe lifting techniques at all times.
• Perform other duties during events as directed.
• Maintain front and back of the house, following a ‘clean as you go’ approach.
• Load trucks for transport.
• Set up and return tables, decor, utensils, dispensers, kitchen gear and other catering equipment used at functions.
• Push carts up to 50 lbs. to and from events held around campus.
• Represent the ‘face’ of Forty Acres Catering.
• As a key communicator at hosted functions, you will interact with every level of University faculty and staff.
• Thoughtfulness and tact are expected when interacting with these guests, many of whom are future clients.

Required Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, staff and vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize deadlines effectively.
• Ability to maintain strong attention to detail, keeping accurate records and ensure all catering details are properly executed.
• Willingness to provide excellent customer service and address client inquiries promptly.

Compensation

$13.00 per hour

Working Conditions

Tasks involve climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting up to 50 pounds. You will be trained in and expected to use safe lifting and transport techniques.

Standard Uniform

Light Grey or Dark Grey Forty Acres Polo. Button up or zip up sweaters may be worn as long as your polo remains visible. Hoodies may not be worn on the floor. Black long sleeve shirts may be worn under your polo. All black pants. Pants must be trousers or dress pants. Pants not allowed include leggings, yoga pants, jeans, cargos or sweats. “Dickies” or other pants this style are allowed. All black shoes. Shoes with logos visible are allowed as long as they are black. Sneakers are allowed as long as they are all black. No resume required.

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) ... Start Here, Change the World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world.

Comments and Inquiries

Email comments to [e-mail].

For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact Equal Opportunity Services.

Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment.

For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at [phone], or toll-free at [phone]. UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus