Kitchen Utility Worker

AtlantiCare; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & V

Retirement Plans with employer

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Job summary

AtlantiCare is seeking a Kitchen Utility Worker to support the culinary team. Responsibilities include washing dishes, cleaning kitchens, and managing deliveries and stock to ensure FIFO compliance. You will follow safety policies and assist with routine sanitation in the main kitchen and cafeteria areas.

The role requires English proficiency, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and flexibility to work overtime, holidays and weekends when assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Knowledge of chemical safety practices.
• Able to work overtime, holidays and weekends.
• Understand FIFO stocking procedures.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds most of the working day.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans and flatware; clean and sanitize main kitchen areas.
• Operate dishwasher, wash pots and pans in the dishroom.
• Manage deliveries, stocking and inventory of kitchen food and supplies.
• Follow safety, security, and loss prevention policies.
• Follow proper food handling procedures and chemical safety guidelines.
• Attend required meetings and trainings; maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate with Culinary Supervisor and report issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing English

FIFO stocking

Chemical safety practices

Physical stamina (up to 50 lbs)

multitask and teamwork

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Culinary Supervisor/Chef Supervisor, the Kitchen Utility Worker is responsible for washing all dishes, pots, pans and flatware, sweeping and mopping floors, maintaining cleanliness of all equipment, and ensuring that all deliveries are stored properly following first-in, first-out procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sanitation tasks in the main kitchen and cafeteria areas, including sweeping and mopping all floors.
• Work in the dishroom, put all necessary service ware through the dishwasher, wash pots and pans.
• Manage deliveries, stocking and inventory of kitchen food and supplies.
• Follow company and client safety, security and loss prevention policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe and secure environment.
• Follow proper food handling procedures and chemical safety requirements.
• Comply with orders, return orders to supervisor for review and filing.
• Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Perform other job‑related duties assigned by the Culinary Supervisor/Chef Supervisor.
• Communicate regularly with the supervisor and keep them up to date with culinary issues.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must have working knowledge of chemical safety practices.
• Available to work overtime, holidays and weekends as assigned.
• Must understand and apply first‑in, first‑out (FIFO) stocking practices.
• Must be able to walk, stoop, stand, reach and lift up to 50 pounds most of the working day.

Experience & Skills

• Capable of multi‑tasking and correctly handling culinary problems.
• Demonstrates knowledge of maintenance issues relating to the Culinary Department.
• Demonstrates the ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb and lift.
• Skilled in spackling and painting; knowledgeable about paint types and application.
• Able to use hammers, screwdrivers and other office tools and equipment.
• Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with all employees.
• Respects diverse cultures, ethnic and religious differences.

Performance Expectations

Demonstrates the technical competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Work Environment

Position requires repetitive motion, audible noise, pushing, reaching, reading, speaking, standing and walking for the majority of the time. Work is performed with computer terminals, fax machines, copiers and telephones. Essential functions are detailed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to department leadership and may supervise incumbents as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Pay Transparency

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Law, salary ranges are disclosed in job advertisements and promotions. (Details omitted due to policy.)

AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.