Kitchen Utility Specialist — Keeps Meals Safe & On Track

Whitsons Culinary Group; Portsmouth (NH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare & PTO

Job stability

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group is hiring a Utility Worker to keep our healthcare kitchen running smoothly. You will clean and sanitize prep areas, assist with deliveries and stocking, and support the team with various kitchen tasks.

Prior food service or janitorial experience is a plus, with a requirement to lift up to 50 pounds and stand most of the day. This full-time, on-site role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities within a team-focused environment in Portsmouth, NH.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
• Some prior experience in a kitchen, food service, or janitorial role helpful; willingness to learn and follow detailed sanitation and cleaning procedures required.
• Food handling certification preferred; local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment.
• Must be able to speak and read English sufficient to understand job assignments, follow cleaning procedures, and communicate with the team and management.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds; physical stamina to stand and work on feet for the majority of the workday; reliable, hardworking, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize food prep areas and surfaces.
• Take out trash and keep storage areas organized.
• Assist with food deliveries and supply stocking.
• Help the team with basic kitchen tasks when needed.
• Work efficiently and maintain cleanliness.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines with care.
• Stay positive and helpful—even when it's busy.
• Like being active and on your feet.
• Have previous food service or janitorial experience (a plus, not a must).

Skills

Sanitation & Food Safety

Execution & Reliability

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Professionalism

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group is hiring a Utility Worker to keep our healthcare kitchen running smoothly. You will clean and sanitize prep areas, assist with deliveries and stocking, and support the team with various kitchen tasks.

Prior food service or janitorial experience is a plus, with a requirement to lift up to 50 pounds and stand most of the day. This full-time, on-site role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities within a team-focused environment in Portsmouth, NH.