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Kitchen KITCHEN UTILITY WORKER - DISHWASHER

Inside Higher Ed
Athens, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Posting Number:

G/R12663P

Working Title:

Kitchen KITCHEN UTILITY WORKER - DISHWASHER

Department:

PSO-Cont Ed-Aux-Food Services

About The University Of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

Up to 40 hours per week based on business needs. No guarantee of hours. May work weekends and holidays.

Advertised Salary:

minimum $15/hour

Anticipated Start Date:

06/10/2021

Posting Date:

05/27/2021

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants:

This is a temporary position that will last less than 12 months and is not eligible for benefits. Temporary employees will be considered for full-time positions when they are available.

Communication about this position will be handled through email. Please check your email for information and interview requests.

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EOO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Washing dishes and kitchen ware manually or with machines, and making sure dishes are cleaned, dried, and stored properly.

Percentage Of Time:

60

Duties/Responsibilities:

Taking out trash from various stations within kitchen.

Percentage Of Time:

20

Duties/Responsibilities:

Clean up of each station.

Percentage Of Time:

15

Duties/Responsibilities:

Occasional work to help plate up and move plated banquets to event area.

Percentage Of Time:

5

Classification Title:

Temporary Service/Maintenance

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

1.0

Position Summary:

Duties of this position include: Washing dishes and kitchen wares manually or with machines, making sure dishes are cleaned, dried, and stored properly. Taking out trash from various stations within the kitchen. Perform all duties using the proper sanitation practices. To keep area clean and ready for certified inspection at any time. To work in any other food service area as needed. To help prep for large groups.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position:

Completion of the eighth school grade, supplemented by completion of a vocational training course in food preparation and service; considerable experience in large-scale institutional or commercial cooking; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies :

Knowledge of critical thinking skills to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Ability to monitor correct levels of soap and rinse.

Ability to make minor adjustments to machines as necessary.

Ability to monitor correct temperatures to ensure dishes are sanitized properly.

Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food prep and service and of effective precautionary measures.

Ability to handle knives and other sharp items in a safe manner.

Ability to communicate effectively and follow direction from supervisor.

Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperatures.

Ability to communicate effectively and follow direction from supervisor.

Ability to work long hours while standing.

Physical Demands:

Work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperatures. Stand on feet for long period of time and under conditions of high temperatures. Some heavy lifting.

Is this a Position of Trust?:

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?:

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):

No

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Leta Salazar

Recruitment Contact Email:

Leta.Salazar@georgiacenter.uga.edu

Salary : $15

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