FOOD SERVICE UTILITY (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA

Hamden (CT)

On-site

USD 19,286 - 26,174

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Free Uniform and Shoes

Job summary

Compass Group USA in Hamden, CT is seeking a FOOD SERVICE UTILITY to maintain kitchen areas and keep equipment clean and orderly. The role supports the dining operation in a campus environment and helps ensure food safety standards are met.

The position offers a full-time schedule: Monday–Thursday 9am–5pm, Friday 10am–6pm, with benefits and a focus on dependable service. Previous food service exposure is preferred, and a valid work presence in the campus setting is expected.

Qualifications

  • Previous food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains kitchen work areas and keeps equipment and utensils clean and orderly.
  • Sweeps and mops floors to comply with safety and sanitation standards.
  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Assists with banquet table and front of the house set up.
  • Distributes supplies, utensils and portable equipment as needed.

Skills

Food service experience

Job description

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  • We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position.

  • Address: 275 Mt. Carmel Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 Note: online applications accepted only.

  • Schedule: Full Time Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 10am-6pm.

  • Requirement: Previous food service experience preferred.

  • Fixed Pay Rate: $16.94 per hour.

  • Perks: Free Uniform and Shoes!


Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.


Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact.


Job Summary

Summary: Maintains kitchen work areas, and keeps equipment and utensils clean and orderly.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:



  • Sweeps and mops floors to comply with safety and sanitation standards.

  • Washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, meat blocks and other food prep surfaces.

  • Removes trash and places it into designated containers. Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans.

  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.

  • Assists with banquet table and front of the house set up.

  • Assist with loading or unloading and delivering supplies and product.

  • Distributes supplies, utensils and portable equipment as needed.

  • Complies with outlined sanitation and safety requirements.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.


The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:



  • Opportunities for Training and Development

  • Retirement Plan

  • Associate Shopping Program

  • Health and Wellness Programs

  • Discount Marketplace

  • Identity Theft Protection

  • Pet Insurance

  • Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program


In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:



  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Life Insurance/AD

  • Disability Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)


Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.


Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.


Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.


Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.


Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

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