Utility Porter - Matteson School Nutrition

Do you take pride in keeping things clean, organized, and running smoothly? Our school nutrition team is looking for a dependable Food Service Utility Worker to help us maintain a safe, spotless kitchen and support meal service for students every day.

Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment

Clean and sanitize prep areas, counters, and floors

Take out trash and keep storage areas tidy

Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries

Support the kitchen team with basic prep tasks when needed

Take pride in cleanliness and working efficiently

Follow safety and sanitation rules carefully

Stay positive and helpful—even when it’s busy

Enjoy being active and on your feet throughout the day

Have previous food service or janitorial experience (a plus, not required!)

At Whitsons, we believe every role is essential in fueling young minds and supporting learning. As a Utility Worker , you’ll help create a safe, clean kitchen where students receive healthy meals every day.

High school diploma or GED required; must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required .

Some prior experience in a kitchen, food service, or janitorial role helpful ; willingness to learn and follow detailed sanitation and cleaning procedures required .

Food handling certification preferred; local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment.

Sanitation & Food Safety: Follows all dishwashing, pot washing, and surface sanitation procedures accurately and consistently; understands that cleanliness in the kitchen directly supports food safety and health compliance.

Execution & Reliability: Completes all assigned cleaning, dishwashing, and organizational tasks on time and to standard every shift; follows schedules, procedures, and break assignments consistently.

Attention to Detail: Inspects dishes and utensils for cleanliness, monitors soap and water levels, records temperatures accurately, and ensures storage areas are organized and pest-free.

Teamwork: Works cooperatively with the food service team to support smooth kitchen operations; responds to requests from the Chef Manager and colleagues with a positive, can-do attitude.

Professionalism: Arrives on time, maintains proper dress and hygiene, follows all Whitsons policies, and consistently presents a positive image on behalf of the team.

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Hours are aligned with the facility’s food service schedule. Occasional extended hours including evenings or weekends may be required .

The Team Member is required to stand and walk for the majority of the workday; use hands and fingers to handle, operate, and control equipment, tools, and controls; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently , including while turning side to side. Must be able to see in dimly lit areas such as walk-ins and storage areas. Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position operates primarily in kitchen and storage environments. Standing is required for the majority of the workday. The noise level is moderate to loud. The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the types of work that may be performed; the omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the role.

The work is performed primarily in kitchen and storage setting t he noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and duties that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position, and Whitsons reserves the right to add additional duties or modify existing duties.

Stuart J Saucier