Driver I

Job Description Dal-Catering, operated by Aramark, is looking for two energetic, dependable, and customer-focused Catering Drivers / Event Stewards to join our growing catering team on the Dalhousie University campus in Halifax. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who enjoys being active, working as part of a team, and helping deliver exceptional hospitality experiences. Every day brings something different—from delivering catering across campus to setting up elegant receptions, corporate meetings, conferences, and special events. If you're reliable, organized, enjoy driving, and take pride in providing outstanding service, we'd love to hear from you!Job Responsibilities As a Catering Driver / Event Steward, your responsibilities will include: Safely driving catering vehicles to deliver food, beverages, equipment, and supplies across campus and surrounding locations. Loading, unloading, packing, and organizing catering vans efficiently and safely. Completing daily deliveries while ensuring all orders arrive on time and in excellent condition. Setting up catering events, including tables, linens, buffet equipment, beverages, décor, and service stations. Assisting with the preparation and organization of catering equipment before events. Tearing down events, collecting equipment, and returning items to the catering department. Maintaining cleanliness and organization of catering vehicles, storage areas, and event equipment. Providing friendly, professional customer service while representing Dal-Catering and Aramark. Working closely with catering chefs, supervisors, servers, bartenders, and event staff to ensure seamless event execution. Following all workplace health & safety, food safety, and safe lifting procedures. Completing delivery logs, vehicle inspections, and other required documentation as needed. Assisting with general catering operations during quieter periods, including dishware organization, inventory movement, and equipment preparation. Qualifications Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean Driver's Abstract. Ability to safely operate catering delivery vehicles. Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent reliability and punctuality. Comfortable working independently as well as within a fast-paced team environment. Professional communication and customer service skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule based on catering business needs, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays. 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).Education 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 http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $18.00.

The Catering Driver is responsible for safely delivering food, beverages, and equipment across campus while setting up and tearing down catering events. They must maintain vehicle cleanliness, complete delivery logs, and provide professional customer service to ensure seamless event execution.

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean abstract and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Strong organizational skills, punctuality, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays are required.

• Time managementPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• TeamworkPreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Driving
• Customer service
• Time management
• Organization
• Loading and unloading
• Event setup
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Food safety
• Health and safety
• Vehicle maintenance
• Inventory management
• Event Catering
• Energetic
• Lifting Ability
• Vehicle Inspection
• Valid Driver's License
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Linens
• Operations
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Punctuality
• Time Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Reliability
• Catering Equipment

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Logistics
• Transportation
• Customer Service & Support
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• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Oct 1, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week