Utility/Dishwasher - Food and Nutrition - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Dishwasher/Utility Worker to maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and dining environment in support of patient care. The role involves washing dishes, assisting with basic food service tasks, and ensuring proper safety and infection control standards are followed.

The position requires attentiveness to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Weekend shifts and varying hours are possible; training and PPE are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food service, hospitality, or healthcare is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently; wash, rinse, sanitize dishes and kitchen items.
• Follow sanitation and infection control guidelines.
• Stock supplies and assist with cleaning products and food service items.
• Support food service staff during meal service and tray distribution.
• Deliver carts, trays, or supplies within the department as needed.
• Assist with deep cleaning duties as scheduled.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards promptly and use PPE.
• Adhere to hospital policies including OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the department.

Skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Customer service

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

6am-2:30pm or 10:30am-7pm + rotating weekends

The Dishwasher/Utility Worker supports the Food & Nutrition Services department by maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for food preparation, service, and patient care operations. This role is responsible for washing and sanitizing dishes, cookware, utensils, and food service equipment; cleaning kitchen and dining areas; handling waste removal; and assisting with basic food service tasks as needed. The Dishwasher/Utility Worker plays a critical role in infection prevention and regulatory compliance by adhering to food safety, sanitation, and hospital standards while providing excellent support to patients, visitors, and team members.

Essential JobStatements

• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, trays, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment. Ensure proper storage and organization of clean items
• Followhospital sanitation and infection control guidelines.
• Assistwith stocking supplies, including dishware, cleaning products, and food service items.
• Support food service staff during meal service, tray assembly, or distribution ifrequired
• Delivercarts, trays, or supplies within the department as needed.
• Assistwith deep cleaning duties as scheduled.
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or sanitation concerns promptly. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, including infection control, safety, and OSHA standards,
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or participatesin special projectstosupport the mission of VCUHS and the Department.Provides assistance toteam members.Acceptsalternate assignments, asrequired.

Patient Population:

N/A

Employment Qualifications

• RequiredEducation:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Preferred Education:N/A

Licensing/ Certification

• Licensure/Certification Required:N/A
• Licensure/CertificationPreferred:N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• Yearsand TypeofRequiredExperience: Previousexperience in food service, hospitality, or healthcare is a plus, but notrequired.
• Other Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities Required:Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.Strong attention to cleanliness and detail.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Good communicationand time management skills.Ability tomaintainprofessionalism and respect in a healthcare environment.Ability to support patient-centered service by ensuring clean, safe dining equipment.
• Other Knowledge,Skillsand AbilitiesPreferred:Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts as needed.

Working Conditions: Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or bodyfluids.*May be exposed tohuman blood and other potentially infectiousmaterials.* Prolonged periods of working alone.

Individuals in this positionare required toexercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, andlearnthe policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying(0-50 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying(50-100 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying(50-100 lbs.), Push/ Pull(0-50 lbs.), Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Balance, Bending

Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform shift work, Reach above shoulder, Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Hazards: Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Mental/Sensory -Emotional

Mental / Sensory: Reasoning, Problem Solving, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Fast-pacedenvironment, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change

Compensation Range

$15.30 - $22.95

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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