Kitchen Utility Worker Assisted Living Skilled Nursing

Location: Allegria Village Dearborn MI
Department: Dietary Services
Reports To: Director of Dietary Services
Schedule: Part Time

About Allegria Village

Allegria Village is a vibrant senior living community in Dearborn Michigan dedicated to providing exceptional service and quality care to our residents. We are seeking a Kitchen Utility Worker to join our Dietary Services team and help maintain a clean safe and efficient kitchen environment for our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing dining operations.

Position Summary

The Kitchen Utility Worker is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Dietary Services department by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas. This position assists with dishwashing, cleaning, stocking, food service support, and other kitchen duties as needed.

The ideal candidate is dependable hardworking and takes pride in maintaining a clean organized and sanitary environment.

What Youll Do

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, trays, and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, work surfaces, floors, sinks, and other assigned areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized dishwashing area.
• Properly handle and store clean dishes and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with stocking and organizing the pantry and kitchen storage areas.
• Monitor pantry and kitchen inventory levels and communicate when supplies need to be replenished.
• Rotate food and kitchen inventory according to established procedures to ensure proper product utilization and minimize waste.
• Check dates and condition of food products and maintain proper storage practices.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and putting away food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain organized and properly labeled storage areas.
• Assist with taking out trash and maintaining appropriate waste disposal procedures.
• Sweep, mop, and clean kitchen and service areas as assigned.
• Assist cooks and dietary staff with basic food preparation and kitchen tasks as needed.
• Assist with meal service and delivery of food items as directed.
• Monitor kitchen and dining areas for cleanliness and readiness.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures at all times.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding food service and sanitation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and according to established procedures.
• Assist with special events and other Dietary Services activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Dietary Services.

What Were Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous kitchen food service restaurant hospitality or healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation and food safety practices is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks associated with kitchen operations.
• Ability to lift and carry kitchen supplies and equipment as required.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work cooperatively with cooks servers dietary aides and other team members.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Professional and respectful attitude toward residents guests and coworkers.

Why Join Allegria Village

Our Dietary Services team plays an important role in creating a comfortable and enjoyable environment for our residents. Every member of the team contributes to providing safe quality dining experiences each day.

If you are dependable hardworking and enjoy being part of a team where your work makes a difference we would love to have you join Allegria Village.

Join our Dietary Services team and help us provide a clean safe and welcoming dining environment for our residents.