Sanitation/Pots & Pans

Advocate Health • Elgin, IL

7d • $19 - $28

About The Position

Responsible for pot and pan cleaning and for cleaning and sanitizing assigned food-service equipment in accordance with department standards, regulatory requirements, procedures, and schedules. Maintains kitchen cleanliness and a safe, orderly work area; documents sanitizer solutions and reports safety hazards to a supervisor. The role also includes following department safety, sanitation, communication, and dress-code standards; attending required meetings and training; and completing hospital requirements. Additional related duties may be assigned based on department needs.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as related to essential job activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for lifts over 35 pounds, use lifting equipment or lift with at least one other associate when available.
• Ability to perform frequent bending and lifting and to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance, as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Set up and close down the pot and pan area according to department and regulatory processes.
• Clean, sanitize, air-dry, and put away pots, pans, and serving utensils.
• Keep the work area and equipment clean, safe, and orderly, and notify a supervisor of safety hazards.
• Document sanitizer solutions as required by department standards.
• Clean and sanitize assigned food-service equipment.
• Sweep and mop assigned food-service areas, remove trash and grease bins as assigned, and pick up the daily supply of clean rags.
• Follow safety and sanitation practices, use correct body mechanics, and use chemicals according to department and manufacturer guidelines.
• Practice “clean as you go” during daily assignments and communicate accurately and clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Make sound decisions and take responsibility for them.
• Attend meetings, in-services, and training sessions; complete CBT, flu shot, and other hospital requirements.
• Follow hospital and department dress codes.
• Perform other duties based on departmental needs, such as dish-room tasks.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health-care and dependent-care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible positions, incentive pay for select positions, and opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Career development and well-being programs. Eligibility may depend on employment status or FTE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED