Potwasher/Utilities Maintenance

About the position

The Potwasher/Utilities Maintenance position at Phillips Exeter Academy is responsible for maintaining the sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and areas. This part-time role requires flexibility in scheduling, including weekend and night shifts, and is integral to the Dining Services Department's mission of providing quality food service with a personal touch.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, cabinets, prep tables, equipment, and other items in the kitchen, including the floors.
• Ensures proper cleaning procedures and policies to guarantee correct sanitation levels.
• Practices proper cleaning procedures for all kitchen equipment and observes all MSDS policies/procedures for safety and sanitation.
• Assists in maintaining equipment and supplies in the kitchen area.
• Assists in the dish room, or front of the house, when necessary, as time allows.
• Assists in the general maintenance and orderliness of the kitchen area.
• Removes and properly disposes of daily trash and recyclables (including crushing cans).
• Assists with the storage of incoming deliveries of food, cleaning supplies, and other goods as necessary.
• Reports all broken equipment, safety hazards, or equipment/chemical needs to supervisor.
• Promotes a positive and congenial atmosphere for students, employees, and other customers.
• Contributes to a positive working environment with managers and other coworkers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of large-scale food service operation, equipment, and methods of cleaning preferred.
• Experience in institutional food service or housekeeping is helpful.
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.
• Knowledge of proper safety and sanitation principles when operating equipment and using cleaning supplies.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Eligible for $500 sign-on bonus
• Competitive salary of $23/hr plus shift differential for weekends and nights