Utility Worker - Virginia State University

Thompson Hospitality Corporation
Petersburg, VA
Overview:

Join our team as a Utility Worker , where you'll play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness, functionality, and welcoming atmosphere of our campus dining spaces. In this essential position, you’ll support both front- and back-of-house operations, helping ensure every guest enjoys a safe, comfortable, and efficient dining experience.

Responsibilities:
  • Clean and sanitize all dining and kitchen areas to meet standards.
  • Operate dishwashers efficiently and maintain them.
  • Handle waste disposal and support recycling efforts.
  • Restock dining supplies for smooth operations.
  • Assist with basic food prep tasks.
  • Ensure adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines. Report issues promptly.
Qualifications:
  • Understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures and practices.
  • Ability to collaborate and work well within a team.
  • Ability to handle physical demands of the job.
  • Flexibility to adjust to varying tasks and schedules.

Who We Are:

Virginia State University, a proud 1890 Land-Grant HBCU, is dedicated to empowering a diverse community of learners through high-impact academics, innovative research, and community-focused outreach. With a mission rooted in lifelong learning and leadership, VSU equips students to become ethical, globally competitive professionals ready to serve and succeed. Guided by a bold vision of sustained excellence, VSU offers a transformative educational experience that nurtures intellect, integrity, and impact. At Virginia State University, education is more than a degree — it’s a launchpad for greatness.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Posted 2025-12-19

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