Kitchen Helper I - Hillcrest Market Place

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

University Housing & Dining is seeking a Kitchen Helper I to join the team at Hillcrest Marketplace. Under direct supervision, this position performs routine cleaning duties efficiently and effectively while maintaining sanitary conditions in food service areas. The role is part of University Dining, whose goal is to provide wholesome, healthy, and tasty foods prepared daily to meet students’ dietary and nutritional needs. Staff are committed to sustainable products and services that protect natural resources, including purchasing locally grown and sustainable foods when possible. The predominant shift is 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The employee may occasionally work an eight-hour shift between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Weekend hours are included.

Requirements

Ability to understand and follow directions.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience.
Ability to foster a welcoming and respectful workplace while recognizing personal differences.
Six months of experience working as a laborer.
Interest in and ability to learn basic computer and keyboarding skills, including accessing and drafting email correspondence and managing electronic time accruals and personal absence requests; previous experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Scrape, sort, stack, and scrub pots, pans, dishes, and utensils in preparation for machine dishwashing.
Perform cleaning duties, including mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and general cleaning.
Operate and maintain pot-and-pan and dishwashing machines and work areas efficiently, effectively, and sanitarily.
Supply necessary areas with clean dishes and utensils.