Dietary Utility Worker
About The Position
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Dishwasher/Utility Worker to join our Dietary Services team at the Veterans Care Center. This position plays an essential role in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment to support high‑quality meal service for our resident veterans. The Dishwasher/Utility Worker is responsible for operating dishwashing equipment, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas, transporting supplies, and assisting with basic food service tasks as needed. The ideal candidate is organized, attentive to detail, and committed to supporting the health and well-being of those who have served our country. Schedule: Rotating 6:00am-2:00pm and/or 11:30am-8:00pm. 5 says a week every other weekend.
Requirements
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines (SERV Safe standards)
- Maintain proper chemical usage and dilution levels
- Report any equipment issues or safety hazards immediately
- Keep walkways and work areas free of clutter and spills
- Set up and maintain hydration station, lobby coffee and pastry area, war room coffee station, and orientation cart
- Complete and record daily temperature logs
- Deck brush and deep clean kitchen floors twice per week
- Set up and maintain hydration station, lobby coffee and pastry area, war room coffee station, and orientation cart
- Clean and sanitize all assigned stations, equipment, and kitchen carts at the end of each shift
Responsibilities
- Load, operate, and unload commercial dish machines safely and efficiently
- Inspect dishes for cleanliness and rewash items as needed
- Maintain clean and organized dish racks, shelves, and storage areas
- Sweep and mop dish room floors throughout the shift
- Empty trash: replace liners as needed
- Clean sinks, counters, and prep surfaces in the dish area
- Set up and maintain hydration station, lobby coffee and pastry area, war room coffee station, and orientation cart
- Clean and sanitize all assigned stations, equipment, and kitchen carts at the end of each shift
- Break down and clean kitchen equipment as assigned
- Assist with general kitchen cleaning during slow periods
- Restock clean dishes, utensils, and cookware to the appropriate stations
- Help receive, unpack, and store deliveries
- Communicate low stock of dish supplies (racks, soap, sanitizer, gloves, etc.)
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines (SERV Safe standards)
- Maintain proper chemical usage and dilution levels
- Report any equipment issues or safety hazards immediately
- Keep walkways and work areas free of clutter and spills
- Complete and record daily temperature logs
- Deck brush and deep clean kitchen floors twice per week
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring smooth staffing operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
