Kitchen Utility & Sanitation Associate

Upper Crust Food Service; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Missoula, MT is seeking a Kitchen Utilities helper to support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensuring equipment is in order, and stocking supplies.

You will wash utensils, put away clean dishes, stock serving stations, sweep floors, and assist with light food prep as directed. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and professional communication with management.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Sort and remove trash to designated pickup areas.
• Assist in light food preparation as directed by Head/Sous Chef.
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Dishwasher operation

Best practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial dishwasher

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Missoula, MT is seeking a Kitchen Utilities helper to support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensuring equipment is in order, and stocking supplies.

You will wash utensils, put away clean dishes, stock serving stations, sweep floors, and assist with light food prep as directed. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and professional communication with management.