Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.85
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Employee Meal Plan
full benefits
Paid Time Off
401 K with Company Match
Employee assistance program
Job Description
SSP America is a leading operator of restaurants within the San Diego Airport, managing a diverse portfolio of popular dining destinations such as Panda Express, Qdoba, Jack in the Box, Peet's Coffee, and many other well-known food brands. The company is known for delivering high-quality food service experiences to travelers and visitors by maintaining excellent standards in each of its establishments. SSP America prides itself on fostering a positive work environment where employees are valued, supported, and given opportunities for growth and development.
The role of Utility at SSP America involves ensuring cleanliness, hygiene, and organization across various restaurant locations within the airport. This position plays a critical support role in the overall guest experience, as it is responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions in the work areas, dining spaces, and kitchen environments. The Utility team supports the smooth operation of food service by cleaning surfaces, equipment, and utensils, as well as managing waste efficiently.
Working as a Utility at SSP America offers employees a chance to be part of a fast-paced and customer-focused environment. The job includes practical tasks such as cleaning floors, walls, kitchen equipment, and service counters, removing refuse, and resetting tables. The role also extends to washing dishes, maintaining food storage standards, and assisting guests with particular requests while coordinating with servers and supervisors. SSP America values reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail in this position, contributing directly to guest satisfaction and operational success.
Employment with SSP America is offered on an hourly basis, with this Utility position paying $20.85 per hour plus tips. This makes it an attractive opportunity for individuals looking for steady work in a dynamic hospitality setting. The company supports its employees through comprehensive benefits including health coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee meal plan, among others. SSP America also emphasizes equal employment opportunities and compliance with all applicable laws to create an inclusive workplace.
This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working in a team environment, take pride in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and thrive in a bustling airport restaurant context. SSP America provides necessary training and resources to help the Utility employees succeed and grow. The company encourages applicants from all backgrounds and ensures accommodations when needed during the application and interview process.
The role of Utility at SSP America involves ensuring cleanliness, hygiene, and organization across various restaurant locations within the airport. This position plays a critical support role in the overall guest experience, as it is responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions in the work areas, dining spaces, and kitchen environments. The Utility team supports the smooth operation of food service by cleaning surfaces, equipment, and utensils, as well as managing waste efficiently.
Working as a Utility at SSP America offers employees a chance to be part of a fast-paced and customer-focused environment. The job includes practical tasks such as cleaning floors, walls, kitchen equipment, and service counters, removing refuse, and resetting tables. The role also extends to washing dishes, maintaining food storage standards, and assisting guests with particular requests while coordinating with servers and supervisors. SSP America values reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail in this position, contributing directly to guest satisfaction and operational success.
Employment with SSP America is offered on an hourly basis, with this Utility position paying $20.85 per hour plus tips. This makes it an attractive opportunity for individuals looking for steady work in a dynamic hospitality setting. The company supports its employees through comprehensive benefits including health coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee meal plan, among others. SSP America also emphasizes equal employment opportunities and compliance with all applicable laws to create an inclusive workplace.
This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working in a team environment, take pride in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and thrive in a bustling airport restaurant context. SSP America provides necessary training and resources to help the Utility employees succeed and grow. The company encourages applicants from all backgrounds and ensures accommodations when needed during the application and interview process.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and standing for extended periods
- availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
- basic communication skills
- willingness to work in a team-oriented environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- prior experience in a restaurant or food service environment is an advantage
- ability to follow health and safety regulations
- strong attention to detail
- good communication skills
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- teamwork and collaboration skills
Job Duties
- Create a positive guest experience by cleaning and maintaining hygienic work areas
- maintain the cleanliness of all surfaces and equipment including floors, ceiling tiles, walls, windows, worktables, hoods, vents, grills, refrigerators, service counters, and storage areas
- remove refuse to designated areas
- clear and reset tables in dining areas between seatings and transport service-ware to the kitchen for cleaning
- scrape food from dirty dishes, pots, and pans and wash them by hand or load dishwasher and return them to proper storage
- clean equipment using specific chemicals to meet sanitary standards, including use of heavy equipment
- assist all guests with specific requests and communicate special needs to server or supervisor
- load and unload supply trucks transferring between storage and work areas
- stock, date, rotate, and check the temperature of food items
- perform other assigned duties
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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