Kitchen Utility - PT

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a dependable dishwasher to support a busy kitchen. You will clean dishes, utensils, and equipment, stock stations, and help maintain a sanitary dining area for Greek-life customers.

The role requires teamwork, the ability to operate a commercial dishwasher, and knowledge of food safety practices. A background check and a food-safety certification may be required or pursued within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification or obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room.
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes using a dishwasher or by hand.
• Put away clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans.
• Stock supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
• Sweep and wash floors.
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Dishwasher ops

Food safety

Education

High school diploma

Kitchen basics coursework

Job description

Overview

Proudly serving Sororities and Fraternities, Upper Crust Food Service is known for freshness, quality, variety, and excellent customer service. Upper Crust Food Service began with a vision to solve a problem that many Fraternity and Sorority houses face: a lack of consistency and professionalism in the kitchen. With a focus on great food and personal service, we’ve remained true to our roots. Today, the chefs of Upper Crust Food Service prepare tens of thousands of meals weekly for students across the country.

At Upper Crust Food Service, YOU are the crucial ingredient for providing fresh healthy Greek life food nationwide. Our team enjoys a lifestyle that is unmatched in the hospitality industry with very few late nights and weekend hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes using a dishwasher or by hand
• Put away clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars
• Sweep and wash floors
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Working knowledge of operating a commercial dishwasher
• Familiar with the industry\'s best practices

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred
• Ability to pass a background check
• Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred

Special Demands

• The work environment can be loud and busy. There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery floors
• Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold
• Required to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times