Kitchen Utility Worker

Claremont McKenna College•Claremont, MN

55d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Utility Worker performs dishwashing and general kitchen utility duties in the dining operation at Claremont McKenna College. The role includes operating, cleaning, and breaking down the dish machine; hand-washing dishes, pots, and pans; maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen and dining areas; restocking supplies and beverage stations; handling deliveries and recycling; and supporting dining-area needs. Sanitation and food safety are central to the position, including preventing cross-contamination and following Health Department directives and College policies. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position aligned with a nine-month academic calendar. The regular schedule is 40 hours per week over five days, or may vary according to business needs. Flexible scheduling is required, and overtime, holiday, weekend, and evening work may be required. The position requires prolonged periods on one's feet, physical work including lifting up to 50 pounds, and successful completion of a post-offer physical agility test. A uniform is required and provided.

Requirements

Education, training, and/or experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability.
California Food Handler Card required.
Knowledge of food sanitation policies and procedures.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, squat, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level without assistance.
Ability to work on one's feet for prolonged periods and satisfactorily complete a post-offer physical agility test.
Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, work cooperatively, and establish effective working relationships with minimal supervision.
Organizational and time-management skills, initiative, attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to complete work with a sense of urgency.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule; overtime, holiday, weekend, and evening hours may be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
Experience using commercial kitchen utility equipment.

Responsibilities

Set up the dish machine before meal service, wash dishes by hand, keep tray return clear during service, and clean and break down the machine after service.
Wash pots and pans by hand in a three-compartment sink.
Restock small wares, dishes, and to-go items, and assist in the dining area as needed.
Maintain the dish room and return kitchen and catering supplies to their assigned areas.
Sweep and mop servery and kitchen floors; clean and replace floor mats; and thoroughly clean floors at closing.
Empty kitchen trash cans, keep the loading dock clear of spills and debris, and complete final trash removal at the end of the day.
Put away deliveries, rotate stock, organize walk-in coolers, and break down boxes for recycling.
Restock and maintain beverage stations, including filling ice before meal service and as needed.
Keep the dish room organized and sanitary, and remain alert to potential cross-contamination hazards.
Follow food sanitation and safety directives, maintain a clean work area, use equipment safely, and keep floors free of food and liquid hazards.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and cross-train as time permits.
Maintain regular attendance, follow directions, cooperate with coworkers, respond appropriately to constructive criticism, and balance multiple tasks and priorities.