Kitchen Utility Worker- pending hired*

Sunrise Senior Living; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Utility Worker to join their team in Lakewood. This role is essential in maintaining cleanliness and safety in food production and dining areas, ensuring that all kitchen equipment and dining spaces meet high standards. You'll engage in meaningful tasks that not only support the kitchen's operations but also enhance the dining experience for residents. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture recognized as a Great Place to Work, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

Daily Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required with knowledge of cleaning and sanitation.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and demonstrate good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning and janitorial duties in food production areas.
• Maintains dishwashing areas and operates dish machines as needed.
• Assists with food preparation and ensures compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitation knowledge

Safe food-handling practices

Effective communication

Problem solving

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.

Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

COMMUNITY NAME

The Courtyard at Lakewood

Job ID

2025-225580

JOB OVERVIEW

The Kitchen Utility Worker is responsible for cleaning and janitorial duties in areas dedicated to the production and consumption of food and beverage, including the kitchen, dining room, bistro, private dining room, serveries/pantries, and any other identified locations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to dish and pot washing, cleaning of general areas and kitchen equipment, and storage and rotation of food and supplies while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities:

1. Sets-up and maintains the dish and pot washing areas.
2. Operates dish machine(s) according to manufacturer instruction.
3. Performs dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware.
4. Maintains accurate dish machine and pot and pan sink temperature and sanitation logs and reports any issues promptly.
5. Maintains accurate equipment logs and reports any issues promptly.
6. Completes assigned kitchen cleaning duties and ensures accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs.
7. Cleans assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods, and ventilation screens.
8. Performs assigned janitorial duties, including but not limited to sweeping work areas, mopping floors, washing walls and ceilings, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash.
9. Assists with food preparation and plating when necessary.
10. Maintains the correct storage of all cookware, china, glassware, and utensils.
11. Maintains the correct storage of all janitorial and chemical supplies.
12. Assists in the receiving, storage, dating, labeling, and rotation of food and non-food supplies.
13. Complies with OSHA requirements and Risk Management programs and policies, adheres to safety rules and regulations, and practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
14. Responsible for performing other Dining Services duties when assigned by community leadership in the following areas, but not limited to:
15. Cleans and maintains the dining room and bistro to the highest standards per company guidelines.
16. Busses and resets tables per company standards.
17. Takes and delivers food orders in a timely manner.
18. Prepares and serves light meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus.
19. Maintains compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma/GED.
2. General knowledge of cleaning and sanitation.
3. General knowledge of safe food-handling practices.
4. Written and verbal skills for effective communication.
5. Ability to handle multiple priorities.
6. Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

ABOUT SUNRISE

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

1. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans.
2. Retirement Savings Plans.
3. Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program.
4. Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay.
5. Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only).
6. Tuition Reimbursement.
7. In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
8. Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).

Location : Name The Courtyard at Lakewood

Type Full-Time

Location : Address 7100 W 13th Ave

Location : City Lakewood

Location : State/Province (Full Name) Colorado

Salary Range USD $14.81 - USD $16.23 /Hr.

Variable Compensation Overtime Eligible

Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.