Utility Worker

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major university in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Utility Worker to maintain a clean and safe environment in a food service operation. Responsibilities include operating dishwashing equipment, cleaning kitchen areas, and stocking supplies. The position requires an 8th-grade education, effective communication skills, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. The starting pay is $15.75 per hour, with a regular position type and second shift schedule.

Qualifications

• 8th grade education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must successfully pass specialized training after probation.
• Completion of a background check required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and sets up dishwashing equipment.
• Cleans dish return systems and area.
• Disposes of all trash and food waste.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Effective communication

Ability to count and read warning signs/labels

Education

8th grade education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Utility Worker maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe environment in a food service operation serving students, staff, and guests of the university.

Responsibilities

• Operates and sets up dishwashing equipment.
• Cleans dish return systems and area.
• Disposes of all trash and food waste.
• Stocks and/or supplies dispenser equipment and food items.
• Cleans and sets up beverage, soft serve and other service equipment.
• Cleans kitchen equipment.
• Ensures the refrigerators are clean and in accordance with prescribed standards.
• Cleans and maintains kitchen and serving equipment.
• Washes windows and light fixtures.
• Maintains floor cleanliness by sweeping and mopping.
• Typically works 6:00am-2:30pm and works every other weekend.

Minimum Education

8th grade education or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• 8th grade education; ability to count and read warning signs/labels and communicate effectively.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Upon completion of the probationary period, must successfully pass specialized, title specific training administered by department.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Previous kitchen custodial work experience.
• Serve-Safe or equivalent sanitation training/certification.

Additional Information

The Ohio State University's Student Life Dining Services is a premier campus dining department dedicated to serving students, staff, faculty and guests. Critical to the Residential Experience, Dining Services administers the student meal plan to approximately 15,000 residential students on the Columbus, Mansfield, Marion, Newark and Wooster campuses.

Starting pay: The starting pay rate for this position is $15.75 per hour.

Other Details

• Location: Morrill Tower (0272)
• Position Type: Regular
• Shift: Second Shift
• Scheduled Hours: 40