Food Service Assistant

The Union League of Philadelphia; Whitemarsh Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

401(k) plan with Company Match

Health Insurance (for full-time)

Vision Insurance (for full-time)

Dental Insurance (for full-time)

Life and Disability Insurance (forfull

Flexible Spending and Health Savings (

Paid Time Off (PTO) (for full-time)

Job summary

The Union League of Philadelphia invites a Food Service Assistant to support banquet operations across Liberty Hill venues, ensuring food, equipment, and mise en place arrive on time. You will transport prepared items from the kitchen to event locations following the BEO and event timeline.

Responsibilities include reviewing BEOs with the Executive Steward, loading and delivering items, and coordinating with Front of House to ensure complete setup for members and guests.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate the assigned delivery vehicle.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail for event tasks.
• Ability to read BEOs, checklists, and event timelines.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and moving banquet equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Review BEOs with the Executive Steward to confirm locations, delivery times, equipment, and service items.
• Review BEO menu items with the Chef to ensure all food and mise en place are complete before loading.
• Load and secure food and equipment in the truck following safe handling procedures.
• Drive and deliver items to venues and to Front of House for service setup.
• Retrieve equipment after events and ensure it is cleaned, organized, and stored.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safe vehicle operation

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Read BEOs and timelines

Team collaboration

Flexible availability

Job description

Reports to: Executive Steward

Status: Part-Time, potential for Full-Time based on operational needs, available hours, attendance, and job performance

Position Summary

The Food Service Assistant supports banquet operations throughout Liberty Hill by ensuring food, equipment, and service items arrive where they are needed, when they are needed.
Following the Banquet Event Order (BEO) and event timeline, this role transports prepared food and mise en place from the kitchen to designated event locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review BEOs with the Executive Steward to confirm event locations, delivery times, equipment requirements, and essential service items.
• Review BEO menu items with the Chef to ensure all prepared food, mise en place, accompaniments, and incidentals are complete before loading.
• Load and secure all required food and equipment in the truck, following safe food handling and temperature-control procedures.
• Drive and deliver items to Lafayette, the Pavilions, Grays Restaurant, Marquis Event Deck, the Clubhouse, and other locations designated on the BEO.
• Place food and mise en place in designated staging areas as directed by the Chef and deliver equipment to the Front of House team for service setup.
• Support replenishment needs, event changes, and additional food or equipment requests.
• Retrieve equipment after events and ensure it is returned, cleaned, organized, and properly stored.
• Communicate missing items, delivery concerns, and timing changes promptly to the Executive Steward and appropriate event team.
• Ensure every event receives the complete food, equipment, and service items needed for timely, organized service to our members and guests

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate the assigned delivery vehicle.
• Strong organization, communication, and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and follow BEOs, checklists, and event timelines.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and safely move food and banquet equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced event environment.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Employee meals
• Energetic, multi-faceted, team-oriented work atmosphere
• Exposure to a national market
• Opportunities for promotion from within
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Health Insurance (for full-time employees)
• Vision Insurance (for full-time employees)
• Dental Insurance (for full-time employees)
• Life and Disability Insurance (for full-time employees)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (for full-time employees)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (for full-time employees)
• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty (for full-time employees)
• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave (for full-time employees)
• Tuition Reimbursement (for full-time employees)
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a premier private club environment

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to join a culinary-forward private club where food is not an afterthought - it is a defining feature. You will be part of an organization that invests in quality, supports creativity, and values the role of cuisine in shaping an exceptional member experience.