Utility Staff

HRA; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage industry is seeking a utility associate in Southlake. The position involves various tasks including dishwashing, kitchen maintenance, and ensuring safety in the workplace. Ideal candidates will have a high school education and a passion for working with senior citizens.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• Experience in cooking for large groups is a plus.
• Knowledge of fire and safety procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform dish and pot washing and general cleaning duties.
• Assist in ordering and storage of food products.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Knowledge of state food-handling regulations

Knowledge of OSHA Standards

Ability to maintain a safe environment

Education

High school education

Job description

The utility associate performs a variety of tasks in the food and beverage department including but not limited to dishwashing, trash control, and helping to maintain and clean and safe kitchen environment.

Essential Functions:

• Performs dish and pot washing and general cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining room area
• Assist in ordering and storage of food and non-food products
• Sets up and maintains the pot and dish washing area
• Distributes and stores clean pots, dishes and utensils
• Cleans and sanitizes production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures
• Empties trash containers as required
• Assists in the preparation of food as directed by supervisor
• Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able
• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent
• Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• Must have a high school education
• Experience in cooking for large groups a plus
• Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures preferred
• Knowledge of fire and safety procedures

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