Food Service Utility Worker - Antioch School Nutrition
About The Position
Whitsons is hiring a Food Service Utility Worker to help maintain a safe, clean, and organized school kitchen and support meal service for students. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with hours aligned to the facility’s food service schedule. It is primarily site-based in kitchen and storage environments; occasional travel to other work sites and occasional extended hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required. The role includes washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment; cleaning and sanitizing preparation areas, counters, and floors; removing trash; keeping storage areas organized; receiving and organizing food deliveries; and helping with basic food preparation when needed. The employee follows sanitation and food-safety procedures, completes assigned tasks to standard, checks dishes and utensils, monitors soap and water levels, records temperatures, and helps keep storage areas pest-free. The successful candidate is reliable, attentive to detail, cooperative, punctual, and able to maintain a positive, professional attitude in a busy kitchen. Training is provided. A high school diploma or GED and applicable local food safety certification are required. The role requires standing and walking for most of the workday, frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds, and working around hot and cold equipment in a moderately to loudly noisy environment. The listed pay rate is $15 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
- Willingness to learn and follow detailed sanitation and cleaning procedures required.
- Local food safety certification required in the jurisdiction of employment.
- Must speak and read English sufficiently to understand assignments, follow cleaning procedures, and communicate with the team and management.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Physical stamina to stand and work on feet for the majority of the workday.
- Must be reliable, hardworking, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Must follow schedules, procedures, and break assignments consistently.
- Must be able to handle, operate, and control equipment, tools, and controls; reach with hands and arms; and see in dimly lit areas such as walk-ins and storage areas.
Nice To Haves
- Previous kitchen, food service, or janitorial experience is helpful but not required.
- Food handling certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Clean and sanitize preparation areas, counters, and floors.
- Remove trash and keep storage areas tidy and organized.
- Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries.
- Support the kitchen team with basic food preparation when needed.
- Follow dishwashing, pot-washing, surface sanitation, and food-safety procedures accurately and consistently.
- Complete assigned cleaning, dishwashing, and organizational tasks on time and to standard.
- Inspect dishes and utensils for cleanliness; monitor soap and water levels; record temperatures accurately; and keep storage areas organized and pest-free.
- Work cooperatively with the food service team and respond positively to requests from the Chef Manager and colleagues.
- Arrive on time, maintain proper dress and hygiene, and follow Whitsons policies.
- Complete Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
Benefits
- On-the-job training.
- Job stability and growth opportunities.
- Competitive pay of $15 per hour.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits and PTO for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
