Description Position Summary: The utility associate performs a variety of tasks in the food and beverage department including but not limited to dishwashing, trash control, and helping to maintain and clean and safe kitchen environment. Essential Functions: • Performs dish and pot washing and general cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining room area • Assist in ordering and storage of food and non-food products • Sets up and maintains the pot and dish washing area • Distributes and stores clean pots, dishes and utensils • Cleans and sanitizes production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures • Empties trash containers as required • Assists in the preparation of food as directed by supervisor • Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances • Maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen • The ability to work in a safe and alert manner • The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents • Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently. Non-Essential Functions: • Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership • Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens • Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able • Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University • Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis • Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent • Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation • All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents Requirements Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements: • Must have a high school education • Experience in cooking for large groups a plus • Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations preferred • Knowledge of OSHA Standards and fire and safety procedures preferred • Knowledge of fire and safety procedures Background Screening Requirement In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com