Utility Kitchen Worker

Overview

Utility Kitchen Worker at Bryn Mawr College. POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Performs a variety of duties associated with the cleaning and sanitary maintenance of the dining unit. Responsible for the smooth operation of the dish room and replenishment of glass/dishware into the service area.

• Sets up and breaks down (cleans) dish machine.
• Runs conveyor belt and empties trays; scrapes dishware, empties glasses, cups.
• Disposes of paper items; loads glasses, cups, dishware and trays into racks.
• Soaks utensils and then loads into holders; loads racks onto dish machine; runs dish machine.
• Loads glass and glassware onto dollies; loads dishware and glassware onto dollies.
• Transfers supplies to service area: dollies of clean dishware, utensils, napkins.
• Washes pots and pans by hand or by ware washing machine.
• Sweeps and mops dining room floor; sweeps or vacuums floor mats daily; mops dish room, service area, and kitchen floors daily.
• Recycles plastic, cans and cardboard.
• Sets up for meals; runs clean dishes to service area; ensures each service area is supplied with appropriate plates, bowls, etc.
• Empties trash and replaces trash liners.
• Cleans, sanitizes, sets up and breaks down the yogurt machine.
• Cleans all equipment in the kitchen as directed by the supervisor.
• Assists the Receiver as directed by the unit’s managerial staff.
• Adheres to standards outlined by sanitation program (Serv Safe) and local, state and federal guidelines.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned or directed.
• Essential staff must work on bad weather days.
• Trains student staff on proper dish room techniques; supervises student dish room staff during meals.

• Follows established work routings; periodic checks for performance; questions substandard/unusual conditions.
• Work may be spot checked during a meal and is usually reviewed at the close of the evening meal.
• Errors primarily result in time loss; a loss of money may occur if the error causes equipment breakdown.
• Internal contact involves routine reporting or exchange of information.
• The work routine is static; oral or written instructions are provided by the managerial staff when normal routines change.
• Work is performed in a usual food service environment with exposure to loud noises, temperatures, heavy physical effort, and long periods of stooping, standing and bending.

• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions; effective communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to perform tasks that may involve lifting items weighing 70+ pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to handle tools, equipment, or materials.
• Ability to transport items and navigate stairs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures; ability to view kitchen objects with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to be mobile between workstations and campus buildings; ability to access items at various heights.
• Working knowledge of safety precautions related to the food service industry and chemical cleaning materials/solutions.
• Experience in operating a commercial dishwashing machine.

To express interest in this role, please provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to jobs with the subject line Utility Kitchen Worker.

Bryn Mawr College is a private liberal arts institution located in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region. The College serves a population of approximately 1,700 students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. It has a long tradition of educational excellence and offers a dynamic and challenging work environment. The campus is easily reached by public transportation as well as most major highways.

The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Bryn Mawr College is an equal opportunity employer that believes that diversity strengthens our community; candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.