Utility / Dishwasher

SSP America is a prominent operator of food and beverage outlets primarily located in travel environments around the world. In the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, SSP America proudly manages a diverse portfolio of well-known restaurant brands including Ballard Brew Hall, Mi Casa Cantina, Greedy Cow, Pei Wei, Bad Egg, among others. This dynamic portfolio reflects the company's commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences for travelers and visitors, emphasizing quality, variety, and customer satisfaction. SSP America operates in a fast-paced, customer-centric industry, which requires dedicated and hardworking team members to maintain high standards of service and hygiene.

The Utility position at SSP America is critical to the smooth operation of its food service venues. Individuals in this role play an essential part in ensuring that all restaurant units remain clean, sanitized, and well-maintained to provide a safe and welcoming environment for both guests and employees. This full-time role offers employment with a competitive hourly wage of $23.40, full benefits, and opportunities for immediate hiring and growth within the company. SSP America supports its employees with an inclusive employee assistance program and fosters career advancement in a supportive workplace.

As a Utility team member, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in dining and kitchen areas, including floors, walls, ceilings, equipment, and service counters. Your daily tasks will involve waste removal, resetting tables, managing kitchenware cleanliness, and ensuring that all equipment is sanitized using proper chemicals to meet health and safety standards. You will also assist guests with special requests, communicate effectively with servers and supervisors, and support warehouse activities such as loading and unloading supply trucks and managing food stock.

This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in creating a spotless, hygienic environment within a bustling airport dining context. Previous experience in retail or food service environments is preferred to ensure familiarity with service standards and guest interactions. The ability to communicate clearly in English and to work physically demanding shifts, including standing for long periods and operating in confined spaces, is required. SSP America values employees who bring a positive attitude to their work and who thrive in team-oriented settings where guest service and cleanliness are paramount.

The position provides a robust package of benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with minimal employee contribution, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, pension and vacation accrual based on seniority, paid holidays including premium pay for Christmas, and paid sick leave with rollover and cash-out options. Additional perks include a 50 percent meal discount during shifts longer than five hours, paid meal breaks, and provisions for extended medical leave. SSP America is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.