General Kitchen Utility Worker

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionDining Services at Elizabethtown College is seeking (2) General Kitchen Utility Workers. Position #1 : Is a yearly 10-month role, mid-August through mid-May. Summers off! Position #2: is a yearly 12-month role. Please indicate which position you would prefer when applying.Full for consideration, please provide a resume and contact information for three references. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure proper cleaning, sanitation, and organization of all service ware, cooking utensils, and equipment for residential dining facilities, cash operations, and catered events. This position also supports overall kitchen cleanliness, including deep cleaning of kitchen floors, walk-ins, and workspaces.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSClean and sanitize all service ware, cooking utensils, and kitchen equipmentClean, sanitize, and maintain all beverage, waffle, and cereal equipmentPreform dish room duties, including pre-rinsing dishware, washing flatware, plates, bowls and scrubbing pots and pansClean and sanitize dining room tables and chairsMaintain adequate stock levels of dishes, flatware, beverage, cereal, waffle mix, and related itemsUtilize all equipment and chemicals safely and effectivelyAlways maintain the highest levels of safety and sanitationMaintain sanitation and equipment records as requiredMaintain optimum station coverage at all times and cover for coworkers' breaks and PTOProvide exceptional customer serviceTrain student personnelClean and maintain kitchen spaces, including floors, walk-in coolers, and prep areasEnsure all kitchen areas are properly closed, organized and ready for the following day's operationOther duties as assignedNON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAssist in receiving deliveries and stocking inventory as requiredAssist in food production as requiredConduct all responsibilities in a safe manner according to regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent is required. Other Skills, Abilities, and/or Training Ability to work extended hours/overtime as neededAbility to work holidaysAbility to work weekendsAbility to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work within strict deadlinesGood interpersonal skills and desire to be a team playerExceptional customer service skillsExcellent oral communication skills (i.e. ability to deal effectively with others, speak professionally on the phone, etc.)Ability to read and communicate in English at a high school levelPHYSICAL DEMANDSRegularly required to stand for long periods of timeRegularly required to walk aboutRegularly required to maintain balance while walking, standing, crouching, or runningOccasionally required to reach up and out with hands and armsRegularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructionsRegularly required to use hands to grasp objects, type, pick up objects, move objects, or hold objectsOccasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawlRegularly required to climb stairs and/or laddersOccasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds and carry a distance of 10 feetOccasionally required to push and/or pull up to 50 pounds a distance of 10 feetVISION REQUIREMENTSTo successfully perform this position, individuals must possess the following:Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)Depth perception and the ability to judge distances and spatial relationshipsAdjustable focusWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. The individual is regularly exposed to indoor conditions and moderate noise level; the individual is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather and temperature extremes. The individual is occasionally exposed to chemicals and fumes related to facility sanitation.Salary Description $17.50-$17.75

Created: 2026-04-02