Dishwasher

Bon Secours St Vincent Medical Center is a respected healthcare facility known for its commitment to providing exceptional medical care and services to the community it serves. As part of this reputable institution, the Culinary Nutrition Solutions team plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, visitors, and staff members receive nutritious and delicious meals in a clean and welcoming environment. The hospital cafeteria is an essential hub within the medical center, offering quality food services that support the overall health and well-being of everyone on site. Maintaining a hygienic and organized kitchen environment is crucial to the smooth operation of the culinary services at Bon Secours St Vincent Medical Center.\n\nThe Utility Associate position at Bon Secours St Vincent Medical Center is an hourly role paying $16.32 per hour. This position is integral to the culinary team, focusing primarily on maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen utensils, pots, pans, and equipment. The Utility Associate ensures that the kitchen and related areas are organized and hygienic, supporting the preparation and delivery of meals in the hospital cafeteria. This role requires a team player who is friendly, compassionate, and diligent in their duties, as well as someone who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment where cleanliness and safety are top priorities.\n\nThe Utility Associate’s responsibilities include cleaning and organizing the kitchen environment, sanitizing all culinary tools according to strict standards, managing stock and inventory by putting away deliveries promptly, and maintaining log records such as temperature tracking using proper tools. This role also involves essential daily cleaning tasks like sweeping, mopping, trash disposal, and ensuring that all supplies such as towels and soap dispensers are well stocked. The Utility Associate helps ensure that dishes, trays, storage containers, and other kitchen items are washed thoroughly and returned to their designated places efficiently to keep operations running smoothly.\n\nTeamwork and communication are critical components of this role. The Utility Associate participates in daily meetings with other culinary staff to align efforts and assist coworkers whenever necessary. Communication with management is essential to report supply shortages or equipment issues promptly. This ensures minimal disruption to service delivery and supports a collaborative work environment. In addition to maintaining organizational standards, the Utility Associate follows all departmental cleaning and safety protocols to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment.\n\nSuccessful candidates must be physically capable of performing tasks that require standing for extended periods, pushing dish racks, lifting up to 40 pounds, and frequent bending or stooping. While no formal degree is required, good personal hygiene, effective communication skills, and the ability to work well with others are necessary. The position requires punctual attendance and adherence to company dress code policies. Overall, the Utility Associate plays a crucial role in supporting the nutrition and dining services at Bon Secours St Vincent Medical Center by ensuring hygienic, efficient, and organized kitchen operations every day.