Utility Associate

The Variel at Woodland Hills • Woodland Hills, CA

7d

About The Position

Perform a variety of food service functions in maintaining clean and sanitary condition of food service areas, facilities, and equipment. May assist in some aspects of food preparation, storing food, and non-food supplies.

Requirements

• 6 months previous utility / dish washing experience preferred
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
• Ability to set up and operate dish washing equipment.
• Ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language
• Kitchen organization and preparation hands-on responsibilities
• Teamwork role with all Culinary Services staff
• Knowledge in areas of local Health Department, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Good inter-departmental communication and teamwork skills
• Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Pushes and pulls up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally
• Stands and walks 3-8 hours per day (combined)
• Employee handles food frequently
• Works indoors
• Must be able to push and pull bus carts and tray carts weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to perform sweeping/mopping functions with ease.
• May be exposed to quick variance of hot and cold temperatures from ovens and freezers.
• May be exposed to industrial cleaning chemicals, and to hot water temperatures regularly.

Responsibilities

• Always exemplify community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
• Responsible for always adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards.
• Perform kitchen activities including ware-washing system set-up and break down, dish washing, pot washing, general cleaning duties, storing of food and non-food supplies, and prep production.
• Assist serving staff with setting of tables and workstation areas as well as clearing tables.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces, ware-washing system, and areas in kitchen.
• Knowledge of diets provided and served correctly per Policy and Procedure.
• Empties trash containers as required
• Attends in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Other duties will be assigned as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees