Kitchen Steward & Sanitation Specialist

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services

Purchase (NY)

On-site

USD 32,019 - 43,319

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development
Retirement Plan
Shopping Program
Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Protection
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in Purchase, NY is seeking a dedicated kitchen support worker to maintain clean work areas and equipment. You will clean and sanitize surfaces, assist with setup for banquets and front-of-house, and help with loading or delivering supplies as needed.

The role supports both full-time and part-time schedules with pay at $18.11 per hour, reflecting a commitment to safety, sanitation, and reliable service in a higher-education dining environment.

Qualifications

  • Prior customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

  • Sweeps and mops floors to meet safety and sanitation standards.
  • Washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, and other prep surfaces.
  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Assists with banquet table and front-of-house setup.
  • Distributes supplies and portable equipment as needed.
  • Complies with sanitation and safety requirements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Job description

  • We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY positions.
  • Address: 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedules; Days and hours may vary. Nights and weekends included. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Prior customer service experience is required.
  • Fixed Pay Rate: $18.11 per hour.

Location: Purchase College

  • We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY positions.
  • Address: 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedules; Days and hours may vary. Nights and weekends included. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Prior customer service experience is required.
  • Fixed Pay Rate: $18.11 per hour.

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

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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
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • 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, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
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