Utility Staff

Position Summary:

The utility associate performs a variety of tasks in the food and beverage department including but not limited to dishwashing, trash control, and helping to maintain and clean and safe kitchen environment. 

Essential Functions:

• Performs dish and pot washing and general cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining room area 
• Assist in ordering and storage of food and non-food products 
• Sets up and maintains the pot and dish washing area 
• Distributes and stores clean pots, dishes and utensils 
• Cleans and sanitizes production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures 
• Empties trash containers as required 
• Assists in the preparation of food as directed by supervisor 
• Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances 
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen 
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner 
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents 
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently. 

Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership 
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens 
• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able 
• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University 
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis 
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent 
• Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation 
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• Must have a high school education 
• Experience in cooking for large groups a plus 
• Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations preferred 
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures preferred 
• Knowledge of fire and safety procedures