Utility Worker - Hampton University

Austin Grill LLC; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Grill LLC is hiring a Utility Worker to support front- and back-of-house operations, helping keep campus dining spaces clean, safe, and welcoming. You will assist in dishwashing, waste management, and restocking, ensuring guest experiences meet our high standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability to changing tasks, and the ability to handle the physical demands of a busy dining environment, with a focus on food safety and sanitation.

Qualifications

• Understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures and practices.
• Ability to collaborate and work well within a team.
• Ability to handle physical demands of the job.
• Flexibility to adjust to varying tasks and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize dining and kitchen areas to meet standards.
• Operate and maintain dishwashers efficiently.
• Handle waste disposal and support recycling efforts.
• Restock dining supplies for smooth operations.
• Assist with basic food prep tasks.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines and report issues promptly.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Utility Worker, where you'll play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness, functionality, and welcoming atmosphere of our campus dining spaces. In this essential position, you’ll support both front- and back-of-house operations, helping ensure every guest enjoys a safe, comfortable, and efficient dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize all dining and kitchen areas to meet standards.
• Operate dishwashers efficiently and maintain them.
• Handle waste disposal and support recycling efforts.
• Restock dining supplies for smooth operations.
• Assist with basic food prep tasks.
• Ensure adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines. Report issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures and practices.
• Ability to collaborate and work well within a team.
• Ability to handle physical demands of the job.
• Flexibility to adjust to varying tasks and schedules.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.