Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $20.09
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Benefits

Free parking
Full time hours
free meal plan
Paid training
Paid Time Off
extra pay for holidays worked
retirement plan with safe harbor company match

Job Description

SSP America is a leading operator of food and beverage locations primarily in travel venues, including airports, train stations, and motorway service areas. The company focuses on delivering high-quality customer experience through a diverse range of food services and brands that cater to various tastes and preferences. SSP America is committed to creating inviting, clean, and safe environments for its guests, ensuring that every visitor enjoys their dining experience within hygienic and comfortable spaces. With a reputation for excellence and a strong presence in transit locations, SSP America provides numerous employment opportunities with competitive wages and benefits, emphasizing employee growth and workplace well-being.

The Utility position at SSP America plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the company’s restaurants and service units. This position is not only about physical cleaning tasks, but it also contributes significantly to creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests and supporting team members by upholding the highest sanitation standards. Working as a Utility staff member at SSP America, you will be responsible for ensuring that all work areas, dining spaces, and kitchen environments are spotless and maintained according to the company’s rigorous hygiene policies. The role demands a hands-on approach to sanitation, including cleaning surfaces such as floors, walls, ceiling tiles, and kitchen equipment. You will also be involved in waste removal, dishwashing, and restocking supplies, making you an essential part of the back-of-house operations.

This role offers a full-time schedule with a competitive hourly wage of $20.09, and it includes valuable employee benefits such as free parking, a free meal plan, paid training, paid time off, and extra pay for holiday shifts. Additionally, SSP America supports its staff through retirement plans with company matches, a comprehensive medical insurance plan with premiums mostly covered, life insurance, and employee assistance programs. Voluntary insurance plans like pet insurance and accident coverage are also available. The company fosters an inclusive work environment with career advancement opportunities and a commitment to equal employment opportunities regardless of an employee’s background.

If you take pride in performing essential work with a positive attitude, enjoy maintaining a clean and safe environment for others, and seek a role that balances routine tasks with impactful results, the Utility position at SSP America could be an excellent fit for you. Joining SSP means becoming part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences supported by a clean and well-maintained operation space. The position requires excellent attention to detail, the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, and a friendly demeanor that contributes positively to workplace morale. This is a role for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and take satisfaction in knowing their work contributes directly to customer satisfaction and operational success.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and standing for long periods
  • willingness to work flexible hours including holidays
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
  • strong attention to detail
  • good communication skills
  • ability to work independently and collaboratively

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior experience in food service or cleaning roles is an asset
  • good communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • knowledge of sanitation standards and safety protocols
  • ability to handle manual tasks and operate cleaning equipment
  • positive attitude and friendly demeanor

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 as needed 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 their proper storage place
  • clean equipment using specific chemicals to meet sanitary standards, including the use of heavy equipment
  • assist all guests with specific requests and communicate special needs to server or supervisor
  • load and unload supply trucks transferring goods between storage and work areas
  • stock, date, rotate, and check the temperature of food items
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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