Potwasher​/Utilities Maintenance

Phillips Exeter Academy
20 Main St
Exeter, NH 03833, USA

Pay Range: $25.50-$26.25/hr hourly compensation for this position is based on relevant education and experience and will be set within the listed range.

REPORTS TO: Dining Unit Manager

SCHEDULE: Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri 6am-10am. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs. Weekend and night shifts are integral to this position; flexibility is required.
* Essential Personnel

Pay Group

Type

Status

Fiscal Year Weeks

Class

Department

Location

Non-exempt (Hourly)

Regular

Part-Time

Full year (52 weeks)

Staff

Dining

On-Campus

Responsible for the sanitation and cleanliness of pots, pans, prep tables and equipment in the kitchen and adjacent areas.

Must embody the mission of the Dining Services Department: “A Team of Professionals dedicated to providing quality food service with a personal touch.”

• 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.

• Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Knowledge of proper safety and sanitation principles when operating equipment and using cleaning supplies.
• Committed to teamwork.
• Practices excellent personal hygiene habits; follows and adheres to uniform standards daily.
• Regular and consistent attendance with the ability to work a flexible schedule including extended hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess excellent guest service and hospitality skills and projects a positive image while interacting with students, faculty, staff and guests.
• Strong interpersonal skills with 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.
• A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
• High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations.

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Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• 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.

The physical demands…