Utility Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least six months of kitchen experience.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift at least 50 pounds, with gross and fine manual dexterity.
• Ability to work around extremely hot surfaces, steam, and cold areas such as walk-in freezers or refrigerators.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Criminal background check and clearance required.
• Knowledge of public health safety and food preparation and handling.
• Ability to learn the proper use and institutional care and cleaning of equipment.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, task-driven, and able to work independently and set daily priorities while maintaining weekly and monthly schedules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and willingness to assist as needed.
• Ability to operate a van in heavy traffic and varied weather conditions, including rain, sleet, snow, and fog, if necessary.
• Familiarity with the city.

Responsibilities

• Lift and carry heavy crates and other containers weighing at least 50 pounds.
• Keep storage areas clean and maintain and document inventory of food and food-service items.
• Collect trash from the food-service area.
• Clean kitchen and dining-area floors by sweeping, mopping, and polishing; wash walls and appliances; and perform other directed cleaning tasks in accordance with federal, state, and local codes and requirements.
• Pick up and deliver purchased and donated food and food-related supplies and deliver prepared food to programs using an agency vehicle.
• Maintain the food-service van, including keeping its vehicle log and ensuring it is fueled.
• Set up the kitchen by retrieving and appropriately placing trash receptacles, paper supplies, utensils, appliances, and other items needed for food preparation.
• Participate in general staff meetings, department meetings, and trainings as directed.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in unanticipated situations and special events.