Utility Worker - job 1 of 2

General Summary of Position
Responsible for a variety of cleaning tasks, which include maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in all Nutrition Services areas. May include dishwashing, pot washing, general sanitation, cleaning and use of kitchen equipment. May assist in the service and storage of food. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred
• equivalent (GED) Preferred
• Completion of eighth grade education Required

Experience

• Less than 1 year 3 months to a year experience in public contact or food service Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to read and write at an eleventh grade level and to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work different equipment - Dish machine, slicer and etc.
• Must be willing to perform a variety of tasks.
• Should have an interest in food preparation and service and an understanding of the necessity for high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and neatness.
• Must be courteous and tactful in dealing with customers.
• Must be able to exercise good judgement and initiative in making last minute changes, satisfying customers requests.
• Must understand and follow all safety procedures.





Primary Duties and Responsibilities


• Maintains proper standards of sanitation and cleaning of work area daily: Dish machine, refrigerators, food carts, counters, food display cases, equipment and etc. Sweeps and mops the kitchen. Clean and sanitize all areas after meal period (tables, counters, carts, trays, tray covers, dishes, flatware, soda box, and trash cans).
• Delivers par stock supplies to identified units and cleans as per department policy and procedures.
• Operates and cleans dish machine and assigned equipment per department procedures, including routine sanitizer solution, lime scale removal and temperatures checks.
• Reports needed maintenance or repairs of equipment used.
• Transports garbage, and recyclable materials to assigned areas.
• Communicates any customer related problems to appropriate personnel.
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary working environment.
• Completes all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the corporate policies and procedures on a timely basis meeting all prescribed deadlines.
• Identifies and utilizes cleaning chemicals following directions recommended by manufacturers and per departmental standards.
• Utilizes equipment in performing job functions according to department safety procedures.
• Maintains orderly uniform and personal grooming habits while working efficiently as a team member.
• Must be able to follow basic oral and written directions as given by members of the management staff.
• Exemplifies Commitment to Caring ( PATIENT EXPERIENCE SERVICE STANDARDS AND SPIRIT VALUES, AND ACTIVELY PARTICIPATES IN PATIENT SAFETY STANDARDS AND TASKS.) standards in all activities.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all-inclusive.




Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.



About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.