Lead General Utility Worker – Kitchen & Facilities

Aramark; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC seeks a Lead General Utility Worker to oversee front- and back-of-house cleanliness and utility duties. You may supervise or delegate tasks to utility staff and ensure safe, sanitary operations.

The role emphasizes training, customer service, and adherence to safety policies, with potential variation by location and shifts. Prior experience in similar roles is valued.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in a similar role
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment based on previous experience to solve problems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• May act as an informal resource for those with less experience
• Required to gain an extensive knowledge of the proper use and cleaning techniques for kitchen equipment including but not limited to steamers, ovens, mixers, grills, and dishwashing equipment
• Demonstrates thorough understanding of basic sanitation procedures

Responsibilities

• Trains and guides utility staff on job duties and proper safety and sanitation procedures
• Ensures guest satisfaction by maintaining all dishes, pots, pans, silverware, glasses, equipment, and kitchen utensils are cleaned and sanitized.
• Maintains and cleans a dishwashing station, three compartment sink, storerooms, refrigerators, and related areas.
• Ensures equipment is clean and in working condition; reports any issues to management
• Performs other light maintenance and custodial tasks
• Maintains excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation

Skills

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Judgment and problem solving

Teamwork

Resource for less experienced staff

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Sanitation procedures

Job description

Aramark at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC seeks a Lead General Utility Worker to oversee front- and back-of-house cleanliness and utility duties. You may supervise or delegate tasks to utility staff and ensure safe, sanitary operations.

The role emphasizes training, customer service, and adherence to safety policies, with potential variation by location and shifts. Prior experience in similar roles is valued.