**Purpose:**

Maintains standards of housekeeping and sanitation in production, service, dining, and storage areas. Maintains department in an inspection-ready condition in accordance with Health Department guidelines.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.

+ Collects and removes trash from all areas of the operation following established procedures. Adheres to recycling guidelines.

+ Cleans and maintains floors and walls in designated food service areas following established procedures.

+ Cleans and sanitizes dishes and related service ware following established procedures.

+ Consistently adheres to SDS information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.

+ Assist in light food preparation as directed by manager or chef on duty

+ Assist in serving food and beverages to the residents in the dining room

+ Deliver meals to residents' apartments when requested

+ Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.

+ Monitors and records temperatures according to operation guidelines.

+ Maintains inspection-readiness at all times and follows HACCP procedures while completing job duties.

+ Uses and maintains equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines; follows all safety procedures.

+ Complete table settings with water, butter, and crackers prior to each meal

+ Duties as otherwise assigned

Work permit required if under 18 years old.

**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**

+ Act 34

**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**