Utility Worker

Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The responsibility of this job is to clean, sort, and deliver dishes and utensils to various food locations within the hotel and maintain a tidy and productive workspace. As requested, promptly provide cleaned dishes and utensils to the cook line and other areas of the hotel's Food & Beverage department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. One should ensure that the dish machine is filled and maintained correctly, as per the manufacturer's guidelines. Also, the machine's cleanliness should be maintained in accordance with the health department's regulations. Additionally, receiving, scraping, rinsing, and arranging dishes and utensils on the rack is necessary.

2. Remove dishes from the dishwasher, organize them accordingly, and put them away in their designated locations in the kitchen.

3. Emptying the garbage cans in the dish area and in the kitchen whenever necessary is part of the tasks. Taking care of the dish area means keeping the walls, floors and counters in line with the resort's regulations and health and safety guidelines.

4. Transferring dirty dishes to the cleaning station and bringing back empty Queen Mary carts to the shuttle area, in case of an external event.

5. Fulfill assigned tasks related to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in a hotel using standard cleaning products as directed by the supervisor.

6. Ensure that all the surfaces, including the counter tops and preparation areas, are wiped down regularly to maintain a hygienic and organized operation.

7. Refill the designated area with necessary materials.

8. Ensure that the work area is kept tidy and well-maintained at all times.

9. Strictly adhere to the recommended safety protocols when dealing with cleaning agents. Take extra caution when handling chemicals, slippery floors, and other potential slip-and-fall hazards within the kitchen environment.

10. Help to lift and relocate food trolleys, racks for storing plates, and additional kitchen apparatuses according to the supervisor’s instructions.

11. Provide support in arranging dishes for banquet events.

12. Arrange equipment stations in specific locations to facilitate the operational duties of the service staff.

13. Constructing bus shelters in operation corridors could improve efficiency.

14. Predict required equipment based on event schedule.

15. Be prepared to lend a hand to any member of the dishwashing and service teams whenever they require assistance.

16. Complete tasks as instructed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. The capacity to withstand diverse working circumstances is necessary. The workplace may be damp and inundated with water. The dish area may have temperatures that could cause physical unease.

2. The kitchen work is diverse, which encompasses several sections that might have excessive noise levels due to the operation of machines, conversations, and other ambient sounds. Furthermore, there could be frequent interruptions that call for swift transitions between activities.

3. Proficiency in keeping track of service ware so as to confirm that the wait staff has the right amount.

4. The job requires the capability to move heavy items weighing 75 pounds by using techniques such as pushing, pulling or transporting it through crowded spaces. Additionally, it requires the ability to carry objects weighing around 50 pounds for shorter distances.

5. Capability to maintain composure amidst stress. Work environment involves rapid movement with noticeable commotion and periodic disruptions. The workspace could be claustrophobic.

6. Previous expertise not compulsory.

7. Proficiency in elementary oral and written English is advantageous.

Equal Opportunity Employer