Utility-Norfolk State University at Thompson Hospitality Corporation in NORFOLK, Virginia

Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Dishwasher/Janitor/Utility Worker washes and sanitizes all dishes, pots and serving containers, tools and utensils, maintains a clean and safe work station, cleans and sanitizes floors, work surfaces and kitchen/serving equipment. Some Utility Workers may be assigned a specific focal area, such as the beverage area, dish room, main kitchen area, serving area, etc.

BASIC SKILLS

• Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Ensure sufficient levels of clean and sanitized dishes, utensils, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for a normal shift, up to 8 hours.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures and regulations.

• Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Conduct tasks in an efficient and effective manner.
• Eliminate waster wherever possible.
• Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.

• Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• Sweep or scrub floors.
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
• Clean or prepare various foods for cooking or serving.
• Receive and store supplies.
• Clean garbage cans with water or steam.
• Transfer supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks.
• Prepare and package individual place settings.
• Load or unload trucks that deliver or pick up food or supplies.