Sanitation Associate - Military Veterans

The Culinary Services department at Saint John?s University invite applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Sanitation Associate.

This position will be responsible for general sanitation in our dishwashing areas and assist with the cleaning of other spaces in our dining room service area, as well as other assigned areas in and around the Dining Service. This person will organize the dish area and ensure that the proper procedures of sanitation prevail in this area.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU .

1. Ensures that the proper washing and sanitation of dishes, flatware, and pots and pans is done.
2. Responsible for the operation of the dish machine before, during and after mealtimes.
3. Responsible for daily cleaning of the dish room area and equipment organization.
4. Assists in training part-time staff and gives feedback as needed.
5. Works with recycling program, sorting recyclables, and ensuring that procedures are followed.
6. Assist in keeping all service and production areas restocked with equipment.
7. Will follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules of the Dining Services. It may include; the Main Refectory and Sexton Commons; Monastery, Seminary, Health Center, Student Dining Rooms, kitchen, production areas and restrooms.
8. Will occasionally be responsible to lock and secure the Dining service kitchen space.
9. Maintains a clean uniform and personal appearance. Must have sanitary work habits.
10. Attends required meetings and training sessions called by the Dining Service Department.
11. Provides input and feedback that suggests new ideas, cost saving ideas and provides quality service to our customers. Being a team player is essential.
12. Performs related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Custodial experience preferred; willingness to do on the job training.
• The ability to communicate effectively with Dining Service staff and student staff.
• Ability to work with a variety of people and be a team player.
• Ability to be knowledgeable and trained in the use of chemicals and cleaning products.
• Ability to work five days a week including every second weekend and rotating holidays.

• Lifting up to 30 lbs occasionally, lesser amounts frequently
• Frequent pushing and pulling up to 30 lbs
• Frequent reaching overhead
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Walking for extended periods
• Occasional exposure to temperature extremes
• Frequent exposure to cleaning and sanitizing solutions; use of single use and reusable gloves