General Utility

Position SummaryMaintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in a clean and orderly manner. Store/stock food products received and maintain cleanliness of storage areas. Reports to: Kitchen Manager Job TasksMaintain organization and cleanliness of food storage areasStore perishable and dry product deliveries in a timely fashion upon receiptProperly handle all food ingredients in accordance to safe food handling techniques, practices and guidelinesTransfer supplies and equipment to appropriate storage areaTransfer supplies between storage and work areasScrape, sort and place soiled dishes and trays on conveyor to dishwashing machineClean and sanitize pots, pans and utensils following (3) three compartment sink methodInspect, sort, stack and deliver clean service ware to designated areasClean and sanitize kitchen work areas, dining areas and food service equipmentFilter and clean fryer unitsSort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areasClean garbage cansSweep and mop floorsPerform food preparation duties as neededAdditional tasks as assigned Main Responsibilities, Required Skills and KnowledgeCommunication: Must clearly communicate in a professional manner with vendors, coworkers and management. Must understand instructions, read written company memorandums and communicate when he or she needs more direction or training. Interpersonal Relationships: Must adapt to different personalities of coworkers without losing focus. Teamwork: Working together as a team is a critical success factor of any restaurant. Establishing good working relationships is key to maintaining a team-oriented work environment. Performing General Physical Activities: Must perform physical activities in a variety of environmental conditions that require moderate strength including cleaning, climbing, lifting, walking, balancing and handling of materials. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Problem Solving and Conflict Management: Must recognize a problem when it arises and be able to resolve it appropriately by using good judgement, tact and initiative according to company policy and procedure. Quality Control and Priority Assessment: Must evaluate current practices and processes; immediately recognize potential areas of conflict; and initiate ways to improve current business methods, quality of products and services provided. Flexibility: Occasionally works overtime and assists with the workload of others if needed. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. Analytical Skills: General mathematical skills required along with point of sale application knowledge. Must use logic and reasoning to identify solutions and alternatives for successful outcome to problems. Time Management Skills: Must know and use methods and organizational techniques to manage workloads in a manner that promotes efficiency and respects the time of others. Language Skills: Must speak and write and comprehend the English language. BENEFITSPaid Sick Leave401(k) Health Care (Qualified Employees) Complimentary Shift MealSemi Annual Employee Appreciation Days (Qualified Employees)Commuter Transit Benefits EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.