Kitchen Helper I - Banquets & Catering
About The Position
University Housing & Dining is seeking a Kitchen Helper I to join the Banquets & Catering team. Under direct supervision, this position will perform routine cleaning duties in an efficient, effective, and sanitary manner in the food service areas. Please note: The Banquets & Catering team will be housed in the Sycamore Mall until the completion of the Iowa Memorial Union renovation, estimated to be in 2027. University Dining’s goal at Iowa is to provide wholesome, healthy, and tasty foods prepared daily to meet the dietary and nutritional needs of our students. Our staff is committed to providing sustainable products and services that protect our natural resources. When possible, we purchase locally grown and sustainable foods from our vendors. Our dining areas are vibrant, dynamic places to work and to eat. The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 14 departments that span from Recreation Services to the office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.
Requirements
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
Nice To Haves
- Customer service experience.
- Ability to foster a welcoming and respectful workplace environment while recognizing personal differences.
- Six months’ experience working as a laborer.
- Interest in and the ability to learn basic computer and keyboarding skills; including the ability to access and draft email correspondence and the ability to manage electronic time accruals and personal absence requests. Previous experience is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Scraping, sorting, stacking and scrubbing pots, pans, dishes, utensils, etc. in preparation for dishwashing machine.
- Performing cleaning duties including mopping, sweeping, vacuuming and general cleaning.
- Operating and maintaining pot & pan/dishwashing machines and areas in an efficient, effective and sanitary manner.
- Supplying necessary areas with clean dishes and utensils.
Benefits
- Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies.
- Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists.
- Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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