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UTILITY WORKER/DISH MACHINE OPERATOR

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2025
Job Summary

The Utility Worker/Dish Machine Operator is responsible and accountable for ensuring the cleanliness and sanitization of dishes, tableware, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils through manual and machine cleaning methods. Additionally, dishwashers are expected to keep dishwashing areas clean and safe. The position is considered to be essential during emergency situations and the incumbent is subject to being requested to report to work.

Supervision

This position reports to the Supervisor and Lead Supervisor of Utility and Dish Room Operations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Scrape, rinse, and load dishes and utensils into dish machine.
  • Wash and sanitize all pans, utensils, and dishes.
  • Clean, sanitize, and maintain dish machine.
  • Unload dishes and utensils from dish machine and organize them properly.
  • Manually wash pots and equipment that cannot be run through the dish machine.
  • Empty trash containers regularly.
  • Sweep, mop, and remove trash, recycling, and compost from all unit areas as needed and during assigned times.
  • Service unit dining rooms. Aid in cleaning and sanitizing tables and chairs as needed throughout meal periods.
  • Clean and sanitize high touchpoints in the dining room, front-of-house, and back-of-house.
  • Perform additional cleaning duties as requested.
  • Operate a baler.
  • Communicate often, clearly, and professionally with co-works and management.
  • Greet guests with a warm, friendly demeanor.
  • Provide exceptional customer service for all guests.
  • Uphold all required safety, service, and hygiene protocols and adjust practices to meet College and state regulations.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and previous work history.
  • Ability to adhere to all food preparation and service standards set by Ithaca College Dining Services staff.
  • Capacity to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., reach overhead, bend, stand for long periods of time, squat, and perform repetitive motions.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, overtime, and some holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous dining and dish room experience.
  • Knowledge of proper sanitation, HACCP procedures, basic food handling and safety.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service while working effectively and respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Work Environment

The Utility Worker/Dish Machine Operator completes work within an accessible, safe, indoor, and occasional outdoor environment. Long periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary. Employees will be issued and/or required to wear slip-resistant shoes.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Shifts

A variety of shifts are available day time, evening and nights.

Hiring Rate

$16.50

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Healthcare including vision and dental
  • Generous Paid Time Off Policies
  • 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
  • EAP
  • Flexible Work Plans
  • Educational Benefits
  • Career-Enhancing Trainings
  • For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

The position is considered to be essential during emergency situations and the incumbent is subject to being requested to report to work.

Salary : $17

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