KITCHEN CLEANER

University Of Michigan

Ann Arbor (MI)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 47,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free bus fare

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Matched retirement contributions

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Culinary certifications

Continuing education

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Kitchen Cleaner to maintain a clean kitchen area, drain systems, and equipment while following HACCP standards and health codes. The role supports team members across departments and ensures year-round availability in housing dining services.

The position offers a full-time schedule (Sunday off; Mon–Fri 1:00 PM–9:30 PM; Saturday off) with a pay rate around $20.42–$21.62 hourly and eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in English and ability to interpret instructions.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends & holidays.
Ability to assemble, disassemble, and operate kitchen equipment.
Understand HACCP and health codes and minimize waste.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean kitchen by removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors.
Clean equipment, filter fryers, clean hood vents and drains, wash dishes.
Assist and work with other kitchen cleaners and staff.
Follow HACCP standards and health codes.

Skills

High school diploma

English proficiency

Flexible schedule

Kitchen equipment operation

HACCP compliance

Stand/walk for extended periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A resume is recommended but not required.

Job Summary

When business needs fluctuate throughout the year, Michigan Dining will offer work assignments based on availability and selected through the seniority-driven bidding process. Work assignments may be required in other departments to ensure year-round work schedules for all staff members that want that, seasonal leave requests may be approved on a year by year basis at the unit discretion.

What You'll Do

As a Kitchen Cleaner for Michigan Dining you will maintain a clean kitchen by removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning equipment, filtering fryers, cleaning hood vents and drains, and washing dishes, pots, pans. Assist and work with other kitchen cleaners and staff performing general cleaning of kitchen areas and maintain a clean work environment following HACCP standards and health codes.

Required Qualifications*

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in English and ability to interpret instructions.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends & holidays.
Ability to assemble, disassemble, and operate kitchen equipment.
Ability to understand and implement OSEH and HACCP physical and food safety standards and use resources responsibly, and recognize and minimize waste.
Maintain a static position for extended periods of time.
Routinely move items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Why Work at Michigan?

Earn a Living Wage - Positions range from $19-$23 per hour, with annual increases.
Locations near AATA bus routes, with free bus fare for employees.
Work-Life Balance - consistent schedules and paid holidays.
Culinary Excellence - M|Dining has received national recognition for culinary achievements.
Unbeatable Benefits - health, dental, vision, and matched retirement contributions.
Growth opportunities - continuing education and tuition assistance, culinary certifications.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Sunday: Off

Monday - Friday: 1:00PM to 9:30PM

Saturday: Off

PLEASE NOTE:This is a year-round, 40 hour per week position.

Additional Information

Department: M|Dining - Mary Markley Hall

Hourly Pay Rate : $20.42 - $21.62

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Opening ID

283715

Working Title

Job Title

KITCHEN CLEANER

Work Location

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular