Part-Time Catering Services Attendant I

University of Dayton; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Catering Service Attendant I at University of Dayton provides service according to order specifications, assists with food preparation, room setup, and follows sanitation procedures on campus. The role may involve serving preseason ticket holders and VIP groups during basketball season, under supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for several hours, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand or walk up to 4 hours at a time.
• Ability to lift equipment, food supplies up to 40 pounds in weight on a regular and continuing basis.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• The Catering Service Attendant I provides service according to order specifications, assists in food preparation, assists with room setup, follows set up and sanitation procedures.
• The CSA may work as a server for preseason ticket holders and VIP groups for pregame events during basketball season at the arena lounges under supervision.
• Provides service according to order specifications, assists in food preparation, works as a bartender, follows set up and tear down procedures and continuously follows safety and sanitation procedures.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job No: 503853
Work Type: Staff Part Time - No benefits (less than 1000 hours)
Location: Dayton, OH
Category: University Staff
Department: Dining Serv - Catering - 800618
Advertised: September 03, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

Position Summary:

We are looking for individuals with diverse talents and backgrounds to join our nationally recognized team that is committed to providing exciting and healthy food options to students, faculty and staff on campus. We offer excellent benefits including paid leave and tuition assistance. The University of Dayton is proud to be named the Best Place to Work in the annual Best of Dayton contest.

The Catering Service Attendant I provides service according to order specifications, assists in food preparation, assists with room setup, follows set up and sanitation procedures. The CSA may work as a server for preseason ticket holders and VIP groups for pregame events during basketball season at the arena lounges while under the supervision of an Operations Assistant or Event Supervisor

Provides service according to order specifications, assists in food preparation, works as a bartender, follows set up and tear down procedures and continuously follows safety and sanitation procedures. May work as a server for preseason ticket holders and VIP groups for pregame events during basketball season at various locations throughout the Arena.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, reach, push, pull.
• Ability to lift equipment, food supplies up to 40 pounds in weight on a regular and continuing basis.
• Ability to stand or walk up to 4 hours at a time.
• Possess finger dexterity to use small tools proficiently and have hand/eye coordination.
• Position may be exposed to wet floors, temperature extremes and loud noise. Must be able to tolerate these conditions.
• Able to exert fast-paced mobility.
• Able to visually differentiate colors for the purposes of food safety.
• Able to effectively communicate (written and spoken) in English.
• Ability to listen attentively to customers, supervisors and other employees.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends and adapt to a flexible schedule.

Preferred Qualifications:

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Degree or certification from a post-secondary culinary arts training program.
• Proven experience in a restaurant, catering or university high volume food service operation.
• Proven experience working in a multi-event or multi-venue environment.
• One (1) year of experience in a food preparation position.
• One (1) year of experience with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Valid driver's license with low risk driving record and insurable by the University.
• Ability to drive catering transport vehicles.
• Managerial ServSafe certification
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor.
• Experience working with students and a diverse multi-cultural staff.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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