Kitchen Utility Worker

As a Kitchen Utility Worker at Asbury, you'll be responsible for operating the dishwasher, ensuring the kitchen is stocked with cleaning supplies, and handling orders. Additional tasks may include recycling boxes as well as sweeping and mopping the kitchen floor, all of which are essential for maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

You don’t need any prior experience to apply for the Kitchen Utility Worker position at Asbury! We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we are more interested in your attitude and willingness to learn. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

The Kitchen Utility Worker position at Asbury offers a pay rate of $14.50 per hour. This is a part-time role that requires availability on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You may also be scheduled as needed, providing flexibility in your work-life balance.

At Asbury, we believe in taking care of our team members. Depending on the status of the position, you may be eligible for generous benefits, which can include medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additionally, we offer a 401K with a match, PTO, and paid holidays.

To apply for the Kitchen Utility Worker role at Asbury, simply submit your application through our designated process. Once your application is received, a short email and text will come your way from our partner, Arena, to complete a questionnaire that will help us understand you better. This step is important to continue with the application process.

When answering, express your passion for working in a team-oriented environment and your desire to contribute to the well-being of seniors. Mention how Asbury's commitment to community resonates with your values.

While you may not have direct experience, you can refer to any applicable tasks you've done in past jobs or volunteer experiences. Emphasize your understanding of the importance of cleanliness in a kitchen setting.

Talk about your ability to stay focused and appreciate the value of consistency. Highlight that you understand these tasks contribute to the overall operation of the kitchen and help ensure safety and hygiene.

Emphasize that the most important role of a Kitchen Utility Worker is maintaining a clean and safe kitchen, which supports the cooks in preparing meals and enhances the dining experience for residents.

Discuss techniques such as prioritizing tasks, staying organized, and communicating effectively with team members to ensure all tasks are done efficiently, especially during peak service times.

Explain that teamwork is crucial for ensuring a seamless workflow, which not only improves efficiency but also creates a positive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and worked hard to achieve common goals.

Show that you would appreciate constructive feedback as an opportunity for growth. Describe how you would listen, ask clarifying questions if needed, and implement the feedback in future tasks.

Clarify that safety is a top priority, and you would immediately inform a supervisor or manager. It’s important to address any safety concerns promptly to maintain a safe work environment.

Discuss how you would stay informed about health regulations and consistently apply them. You could mention practices like keeping surfaces sanitized and following procedures for waste disposal.

List qualities like being hardworking, dependable, and detail-oriented. Stress the importance of having a positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.