Utility Worker

As a Best of Hartford organization, a career at Duncaster in more than just a place to work. Here, you can fulfill your passion for helping others and become part of something meaningful that pays you back in inspiring, heartfelt ways you may have never experienced.

Duncaster offers residents a plan for life with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing services all on a beautiful campus-like setting. Our residents share a bond of mutual respect with our staff that builds memorable and lasting relationships.

Overview

Under the supervision of the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef, the Utility Worker is responsible for following established procedures to ensure the sanitary maintenance of the kitchen and the entire food service areas. This position is responsible for set-up, operation, and cleaning of the dish machine. Cleans and sanitizes dishware, pots and pans, and all food service areas. Responsible for proper handling and storage of clean dishware. Receives goods under the direction of the Executive Chef or Supervisor and stores these goods in the appropriate areas. Reports shortages on deliveries or poor-quality products. Follows accepted and proper receiving techniques. Takes temperature readings of dish machine and sanitizer tests of third bay sink and reports any substandard conditions.

Essential Functions

• Loads, washes, and unloads certain dishes, trays, platters, and large mixing bowls using correct manual dishwashing techniques.
• Disposes of and transports all trash, cardboard, and linen bags to the disposal area.
• Returns clean dishes, utensils, and equipment including carts to proper storage areas.
• Sweeps and mops all walk-in coolers, floors, and coverings.
• Performs heavy duty cleaning assignment as assigned.
• Receives goods under the direction of the cooks and stores goods in the appropriate areas using FIFO.
• Properly cleans and stores all recyclables in the proper containers and delivers them to the dock for disposal.
• Cleans recyclable containers.
• Assists with setting up functions including moving tables, setting up chafing dishes, and assisting with delivering beverages and food into designated areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months of experience in a similar position is required.
• Must be able to speak, read and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to understand and wear Personal Protective Equipment when needed and understand the Fundamentals of Material Safety Data Sheets.

Hours

Full-time, 40 hours per week, 4-5 shifts per week: 8-hour shift between the hours of 6:00am - 8:00pm (weekends included)

Pay

$18.00 per hour

What are the benefits?

Working in a Life Plan community will bring out the best in you. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue a truly rewarding career path, with multiple exciting benefits, including the following:

• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available the 1st of the month after hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 10% tuition discount on all degree and certificate programs at Charter Oak
• Free Access to our Aquatic & Fitness Center & to our beautiful walking trails throughout our campus
• Discount employee lunches
• Duncaster Spotlight Employee Recognition Program
• Referral bonuses
• Free parking
• Shoes for Crews - discounted safety shoes for all staff
• Yearly performance increases plus additional bonus opportunities
• Employee Appreciation Events held throughout the year by our own “Funcaster” Committee