Utility Worker - Dishwasher

The Chesapeake - LifeSpire; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

PTO

Employer Retirement Contribution 4.5%

HSA Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Supportive Environment and Leadership

Amazing residents and collaborativeทีม

Job summary

The Chesapeake - LifeSpire in Newport News, VA is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker to join our dining team. This role supports food service by washing and sanitizing dishes, maintaining clean kitchen spaces, and moving supplies between dining areas.

The position operates Sunday through Thursday, 12:00pm to 8:30pm, within a values-driven environment that emphasizes faith, wellness, and resident well-being.

Responsibilities

• Washes and sanitizes all dishes, pots and pans, food carts, and food preparation equipment.
• Empties kitchen garbage/trash and sanitizes containers as needed.
• Sweeps, mops, and foams kitchen floors.
• Maintains cleanliness of all walls in kitchen and serving areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of all floor mats.
• Transports food carts to satellite dining rooms throughout the facility.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of all food carts.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized dish room.
• Does regular cleaning of heavy kitchen equipment including oven and ranges.
• Assist in moving heavy equipment and furniture when needed.
• Assist in setting up buffets and special functions events.
• Acts as runner backing up food trays and dishes for buffets and special event functions.
• Assist in kitchen when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Utility Worker – supportive team and a new wage scale!

Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 12pm - 8:30pm

Join Us in Empowering Purposeful Living:

At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. We envision a vibrant community where faith, wellness, and connection thrive together.

Guided by our core values—Faith, Servant Leadership, Stewardship, Integrity, Innovation, and Joy—we are committed to creating an environment where both our team and those we serve can flourish. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore a career with us.

• Medical, Vision, Dental


• PTO


• Employer Retirement Contribution 4.5%


• HSA Match


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Supportive Environment and Leadership


• Amazing residents and collaborative teams!

If you are looking to make a difference, we’d love to talk to you!

The Utility Worker washes and sanitizes all dishes, pots and pans, and food preparation equipment, Empties kitchen garbage and trash. Maintains all equipment, walls, and floors in a clean and sanitary condition. Transports food carts to satellite dining rooms throughout the facility.

Essential Duties:

• Washes and sanitizes all dishes, pots and pans, food carts, and food preparation equipment.


• Empties kitchen garbage/trash and sanities containers as needed.


• Sweeps, mops, and foams kitchen floors.


• Maintains cleanliness of all walls in kitchen and serving areas.


• Maintain cleanliness of all floor mats


• Transports food carts to satellite dining rooms throughout the facility.


• Responsible for maintain the cleanliness of all food carts.


• Responsible for maintain a clean and organized dish room.


• Does regular cleaning of heavy kitchen equipment including oven and ranges.


• Assist in moving heavy equipment and furniture when needed.


• Assist in setting up buffets and special functions events.


• Acts as runner backing up food trays and dishes for buffets and special event functions.


• Assist in kitchen when necessary.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

We strongly believe in our mission of empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. Together we can make a difference for residents and their families. We look forward to welcoming YOU to our winning team!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.