Utility Worker

Claremont, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $26.50

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition exchange program

Job Description

Pitzer College, located in Claremont, California, is a renowned liberal arts college that is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. The institution is recognized for its commitment to rigorous academic programs, social responsibility, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community. Pitzer College strives to cultivate an environment where students, faculty, and staff collaborate to engage in meaningful intellectual, social, and cultural experiences. The Dining Services department at Pitzer College plays a crucial role in supporting the campus community by providing high-quality food services in a clean, efficient, and welcoming environment. The college values professionalism, safety, and sanitation in all dining operations to ensure exceptional service and satisfaction.

The position of Utility Worker within the Dining Services department is a full-time, unionized role that offers a competitive contract wage of $26.50 per hour. This 10-month position requires working 40 hours per week with shifts assigned between 6:00 am and 11:30 pm from Saturday to Friday during academic sessions. The role includes periodic closures throughout the year with opportunities to work in other departments on agreement. The Utility Worker is essential in maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and organization within kitchen and dining service areas.

The primary responsibilities include washing dishes, cups, utensils, pots, and pans; sanitizing and maintaining dish machines; sweeping and mopping floors; organizing storage areas; and disposing of waste properly. The position requires rotating duties as needed and may involve assisting with kitchen deliveries, inventory rotation, beverage station setup and maintenance, and cleaning equipment like frozen yogurt machines. Sanitation and safety standards are emphasized to provide a hygienic and safe environment for both staff and patrons.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience, and hold a valid California Food Handler's Permit. As this is an entry-level position, no prior experience is required, but the ability to work effectively within a diverse community and follow instructions in English is crucial. Physical stamina and dexterity are important as the role involves prolonged standing, lifting up to 30 pounds, and operation of commercial kitchen equipment. Successful candidates must also complete a post-offer physical test and comply with Pitzer College’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate.

The role offers comprehensive employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and bereavement, as well as tuition reimbursement and participation in tuition exchange programs. Pitzer College is an equal opportunity employer that strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. This position provides a solid foundation for individuals seeking to begin a career in food service with an institution deeply committed to community values and excellence.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
valid California Food Handler's Permit
ability to speak basic English and follow oral and written instructions in English
ability to work and interact well with a diverse community of co-workers, students, staff and faculty
knowledge of and ability to follow safety and sanitation standards at all times
professionalism in interactions with co-workers, management, and guests at all times
must be able to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, reach, lift up to 30 pounds from ground to waist level without assistance, and be able to work on feet for prolonged periods of time
must have manual ability and dexterity to grasp, grip and safely operate commercial kitchen equipment
must have high energy and stamina to keep up with a fast-paced, time-sensitive and heavy workload
must satisfactorily complete a post-offer physical test at a clinic showing the ability to perform the physical requirements of this position
must show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination including booster or have a Pitzer College approved exemption

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
valid California Food Handler's Permit
ability to speak basic English and follow oral and written instructions in English
ability to work and interact well with a diverse community of co-workers, students, staff and faculty
knowledge of and ability to follow safety and sanitation standards at all times
professionalism in interactions with co-workers, management, and guests at all times

Job Duties

Set up the dish machine and three-compartment pot sink before the start of the meal
wash all dishes, cups, utensils and other service ware in dishroom
keep the tray return empty during the entire meal
wash all pots and pans at the three-compartment sink, changing out compartments as needed to maintain cleanliness
return all kitchen and catering supplies/smallwares to assigned areas
empty all kitchen trash cans as needed
break down boxes and take them to recycling bins as needed
weigh and record food waste/compost, and empty into appropriate bins outdoors
sweep, scrub and mop kitchen and dishroom floors
sweep and mop service areas floors
keep dishroom and pots/pans storage area organized and sanitary
return dishes, cups, and utensils to café at end of meal service
final cleaning of all service items
sanitation and break down of dish machine and final sweeping and mopping of dishroom
final removal of all trash cans, food waste bins, and empty boxes
clean and sanitize employee restrooms as scheduled
may be assigned to assist porter with kitchen deliveries, rotating stock and organizing walk-ins, including cleaning of glass and stainless steel
break down boxes and separate them for recycling
may be assigned to work on daily sanitation schedule including sweeping and mopping of walk-ins and storerooms, and cleaning of kitchen equipment
may be assigned to be café beverage and supplies runner
set-up and maintain café beverage stations, including restocking items throughout meal periods
properly break down equipment at end of meal period, and ensure equipment and station are cleaned and sanitized
re-assemble equipment at beverage stations upon cleaning
restock café cups, dishes, and utensils throughout meal periods before items run out
may be assigned to set-up, maintain, and clean frozen yogurt machine
perform other essential duties and tasks as needed