Campus Kitchen Steward & Sanitation Specialist

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking personnel for the main kitchen dish area and prep locations under the Temporary Employment Services unit. Responsibilities include washing wares, polishing silverware, waste removal, and general kitchen sanitation.

TES hires temporary employees for peak workloads, emergencies, and seasonal work. Ideal candidates can read and write, follow procedures, work with limited supervision, and understand safety and sanitation requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write to perform required role during emergency situations.
• Follow detailed instructions and procedures according to equipment operating requirements and club standard operating procedures.
• May work under limited supervision and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to understand cleanliness to prevent any health and safety hazards.

Responsibilities

• Wash all wares in dishwashing machine or by hand according to applicable food safety and other codes and regulations.
• Polish all silverware, platters and chafing dishes.
• Collect trash from kitchen areas; empty garbage cans and wash and re-line with new bags; break down boxes, crates and remove debris.
• Examine garbage for misplaced silverware, dishes, glassware and other reusable items.
• Wash and polish all stainless steel in the kitchen including shelves, dish cabinets, ice machines, coffee area, refrigerators and walk-ins.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
• Store all dishes and other wares in proper areas.
• Clean dish machine and dish area according to pre-established schedule.
• Perform other tasks such as assisting in food preparation, storing foods after delivery and cleaning coolers, freezers and storerooms.
• Maintain inventories of soap, chemicals and paper towels.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
• Handle all China and glassware carefully to minimize breakage.
• Continuously inspect floors in kitchen areas to assure they remain clean, dry and clear of debris.
• Assist in completing weekly kitchen cleaning and maintenance lists.
• Clean and safely store all brooms, mops and other cleaning equipment in proper places.
• Use all chemical cleaning supplies in a safe and careful manner.
• Understand and consistently follow proper sanitation practices including those for personal hygiene.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Follow procedures

Attention to safety

Independent work

Job description

Auburn University is seeking personnel for the main kitchen dish area and prep locations under the Temporary Employment Services unit. Responsibilities include washing wares, polishing silverware, waste removal, and general kitchen sanitation.

TES hires temporary employees for peak workloads, emergencies, and seasonal work. Ideal candidates can read and write, follow procedures, work with limited supervision, and understand safety and sanitation requirements.