Be a Star at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts!
The Utility Kitchen Worker is responsible for maintaining cleanliness standards through the operation of dishwashing equipment and sinks, polishing silverware, removing garbage, and cleaning of equipment and work areas, including the sweeping and mopping of floors. This position will also assist in general food preparation for events.
Located in downtown Tampa, the Straz offers flexible hours, event-based schedules including evenings and weekends, and a team-based work environment. Straz benefits for part-time staff include employee discounts and a 403(b) plan.
Essential Functions :
Compliance / Standards
- Always complies with Straz standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
- Maintains regular attendance in compliance with Straz standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the facility.
- Is responsible for quality of food.
- Ensures kitchen and equipment cleanliness.
- Maintains kitchen in a clean and organized manner to facilitate high volume production.
- Handles and stores food in a sanitary fashion.
- Recognizes quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy, and meats.
Professionalism
Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag when working.Always maintains a positive demeanor.Approaches all encounters with guests / employees in a friendly and service-oriented manner.Is attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.Administrative
Coordinates with Kitchen Supervisor, Sous Chef, and / or Executive Chef for banquet functions and special orders.Obtains all necessary supplies and equipment to perform duties, including stocking of all china dinnerware and silver, as needed.Understands formal requisition process.Attends meetings / trainings as required by management.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications :
Must be willing and available to work on-site.Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.Must have basic knowledge of kitchen procedures and functions.Be able to work in a stand-up position for long periods of time (minimum of 5 hours).Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver up to 25 pounds.Education
High School diploma or equivalent.One year dishwashing experience preferred but not required.Experience in a comparable facility or related field preferred.Physical Demands :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move or be in a stationary position for extended periods of time , reach, and communicate both in person and by telephone. The employee is occasionally required to position self to move up to 25lbs.The information contained in this physical standards description is for compliance with ADA and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.Work Environment :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.The nature of this job requires the employee work on-site as a regular work routine.The David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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