Utility Assistant, Floater

About the Role

Utility Assistant, Floater for Smith College's Dining Services department. This role involves assisting in various dining locations as needed during scheduled shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Utility/Production:
• Ensure guest satisfaction by cleaning and sanitizing all dishes, pots, pans, silverware, glasses, equipment, and kitchen utensils.
• Maintain cleanliness of the dishwashing station, three-compartment sink, and related areas.
• Ensure equipment is clean and in working condition; report any issues to management.
• Assist culinary staff in food preparation tasks, such as chopping, cleaning, peeling, or other basic culinary techniques.
• Assist in the routine cleaning and organizing of refrigerators and freezers.
• Assist staff in taking inventories.
• Assist staff in cleaning and sanitizing all Dining Rooms and Service areas, including routine floor maintenance.
• Assist staff with restocking service ware and replenishing empty service containers during busy meal periods.
• Communicate accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner, including labeling and dating foods.
• Work cooperatively with the Area Manager, staff, and students to ensure an orderly and efficient operation.
• Initiate teamwork, collaboration, and cooperation between co-workers.
• Other Duties:
• Review and understand all departmental notices.
• Utilize email and all college computer access responsibly.
• Attend departmental meetings and training workshops as requested.
• Participate in the preparation and service of special events, as needed.
• Complete required payroll forms and scheduling forms within stated or established deadlines.
• Perform all other related or relevant tasks.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency with email and college computer access.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school education or vocational school education, or 1 year of combined educational and/or commercial experience in a kitchen.
• A current state-approved sanitation certificate is required within 1 year of hiring.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic functions.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to water and cleaning chemicals, higher than normal noise levels, and heat and humidity consistent with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Must demonstrate adequate physical strength and coordination to effectively prepare, clean, and receive supplies while properly utilizing standard food service utensils and equipment.
• Must be able to safely lift and move 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work from a step stool.
• Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, reach, pull, and push.
• Must be able to manipulate utensils and equipment repetitively for variable periods of time (up to 70% of an assigned shift).
• Must be mobile between kitchen and dining areas and other campus food service areas.
• Must possess good vision and the sensory ability to taste/smell.
• Must practice good personal hygiene and wear clean uniforms in compliance with public health standards and college policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commercial kitchen experience.