Catering Staff

The Roanoke College Catering Staff position primarily supports catering operations with the service of catered events, and ensuring food and beverages are presented in a safe and attractive manner. This position may perform various tasks associated with events, including setup, service, and clean-up. The Catering Staff will frequently perform event set-ups, drop-offs, and service the absence of Catering management. This position also helps provide input on event planning, ideation, setup, record-keeping, and delivery of other Dining Services special events. This position may occasionally assist in the training of the catering service staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serves as a representative of Roanoke College, displaying courtesy, tact and respect in all interactions with our students, member of the RC community and with the general public.
• Record-keeping and reporting to catering management and Dining business management.
• Works closely with supervisor to ensure that all requirements of an event are met.
• Apply and enforce proper methods of safety and sanitation as instructed by the VDH and Dining Services.
• Apply and enforce policies established by the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority
• Responsible for assisting with advance setup and special details of catered events.
• Shares responsibility for the cleanliness and order of catering work and storage areas and vehicles.
• Alcohol service, including: opening, dispensing, transporting, and inventorying spirits, beer, and wine.
• Operate delivery vehicles (cargo van, golf cart).
• Responsible for the timely delivery and clean-up of catered events.
• Responsible for the care and the return of all equipment after each event.
• Work a flexible schedule in accordance with the schedule of events.
• Upon completion of an event, notes final information on the event form.
• Follows and enforces policy and procedures as established by Dining Service management.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the food service industry
• Legally able to open, dispense, and transport alcoholic beverages.
• Strong sense of responsibility, ability to work independently, and strict adherence to time-based tasks
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s license
• ServSafe Certified (or become Certified within 6 months of starting position).
• TIPS Certified (or become Certified within 6 months of starting position).
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Preferred: minimum 1 year of catering experience

COVID-19 vaccination is encouraged but not required. Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.