Kitchen Staff -Utility Role

Job Title: Utility Role

Location: Rock Nashville – Nashville, TN

Reports to: Kitchen Leads /  Executive Chef

Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (based on event schedule)

Compensation: $18 per hour (Adjustable based on experience)

Benefits: paid time off, meal stipend

Position Summary

Studio 1 Catering is seeking hardworking, dependable Utility Team Members to support our fast-paced catering operation. This is a hands-on, behind-the-scenes role that keeps the kitchen and event spaces running smoothly. Utility staff are responsible for dishwashing, cleaning, equipment setup, and pitching in wherever needed. If you’re reliable, energetic, and take pride in keeping things spotless and organized, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Dishwashing & Cleaning

• Wash, sanitize, and restock all kitchen and service items (plates, utensils, cookware, etc.).
• Maintain clean and organized dish, prep, and storage areas throughout service.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards consistently.

Kitchen & Event Support

• Assist with setup and breakdown of kitchen and service areas.
• Help move, load, and unload catering equipment, supplies, and product.
• Take out trash, recycling, and compost; ensure waste areas are clean and orderly.
• Refill water, ice, and other supplies during events.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with chefs, servers, and managers to keep service flowing smoothly.
• Jump in to support prep, stocking, or light food handling when needed.
• Communicate with a positive, team-first attitude in a high-energy environment.

Closing Duties

• Ensure all dishes, equipment, and kitchen tools are properly cleaned, dried, and stored.
• Leave kitchens, prep areas, and event spaces clean, safe, and ready for the next service.

Qualifications

• Prior dishwashing, utility, or catering experience preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and ability to hustle in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliability and punctuality are a must—your team counts on you.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as events require.

Culture & Expectations

At Studio 1, culture comes before titles, tasks, or résumés. We are a people-first, family-style catering company serving Nashville’s music and event community. Skills can be sharpened, but heart, attitude, and hospitality cannot—that’s why we hire for culture first.

We go the extra mile to create a welcoming environment for our clients and our team. That means jumping through hoops to get it right, staying flexible in the face of change, and treating everyone—from artists to teammates—with respect and warmth.

Every Studio 1 team member is expected to embody our values:

·      Hospitality-minded – even in the kitchen, you’re serving people first.

·      Team-driven – success comes from pitching in and working together.

·      Flexible under pressure – events move fast; you adapt with grit and creativity.

·      Committed to excellence – from prep to serving, details matter.

·      Positive energy – enthusiasm and hustle set the tone and make the kitchen hum.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, love working with a close-knit team, and take pride in serving meals that make people feel cared for, Studio 1 is the place for you.