UTILITY WORKER -DIETARY ( PART TIME)

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Website Universal Health Services, Inc.

Job Overview: Utility Worker – Dietary (Part-Time)

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is seeking a reliable Part-Time Utility Worker for its Dietary department. Located in the heart of Foggy Bottom, D.C., GW Hospital is a premier academic medical center that serves everyone from local residents to national leaders.

In this role, you are a critical part of the hospitality and healthcare link, ensuring that the equipment and utensils used to feed patients, staff, and visitors meet the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

Key Responsibilities & Dietary Operations

Sanitation & Maintenance

  • General Cleaning: Responsible for the thorough cleaning and sanitization of kitchen equipment, serving utensils, and dietary ware.

  • Department Upkeep: Maintain the cleanliness of the dishwashing area and associated dietary workspaces to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

  • Equipment Handling: Apply basic skills to operate industrial dishwashers and other cleaning tools appropriate for a high-volume hospital kitchen.

Communication & Teamwork

  • Information Exchange: Effectively communicate with fellow employees to ensure the smooth flow of clean supplies to the serving lines.

  • Following Protocols: Receive and execute instructions from dietary management to maintain the hospital’s “world-class service” standards.

Requirements & Qualifications

Professional Profile

  • Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.

  • Experience: No previous experience is required. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to enter the healthcare or hospitality field.

  • Skills: Ability to develop advanced skills in using specialized cleaning equipment.

Core Competencies

  • Reliability: A commitment to maintaining a sanitary environment in a challenging and rewarding medical setting.

  • Communication: Ability to interact professionally in a diverse, fast-paced academic environment.

Compensation & Universal Health Services (UHS) Benefits

As a subsidiary of UHS (a Fortune 500 company), GW Hospital offers a robust package:

  • Competitive Compensation: Hourly pay in a stable, essential industry.

  • Growth & Development: Opportunities for advancement within GW Hospital and the broader UHS network of over 300 facilities.

  • Financial Security: 401(k) plan with a company match.

  • Health & Wellness: Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans.

Why Join GW Hospital?

Working at GW Hospital puts you at the 11th oldest medical center in the country. You’ll be working in a mission-driven environment dedicated to education and research. Because the hospital is adjacent to the Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro station, it is one of the most accessible healthcare workplaces in the District.

Application Information

Interested candidates should apply through the Universal Health Services (UHS) or GW Hospital careers portal.

The Organization & Culture Universal Health Services (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital management companies. In 2026, the company continues its 16-year streak as one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies.” The culture is built on a foundation of “Service Excellence,” where clinical outcomes are balanced with a compassionate, patient-centric approach. Employees describe an environment that is high-stakes and professionally rigorous but deeply rewarding, anchored by the principle that “behind every patient is a family.” In early 2026, UHS has significantly leaned into digital transformation, acquiring the virtual therapy platform Talkspace to bridge the gap between inpatient stays and outpatient behavioral health.

The Location: The District’s Evolving Healthcare Landscape UHS is currently the central figure in a historic shift for healthcare equity in Washington, DC.

  • The “New” Cedar Hill: In 2025/2026, UHS opened the Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health at 1200 Pecan Street SE. This is the first full-service hospital built in the District in over 25 years, specifically designed to bring high-quality care to Wards 7 and 8.

  • George Washington University Hospital: UHS continues to operate this flagship Level 1 Trauma Center in Foggy Bottom. As of March 2026, UHS is finalizing a deal to acquire the GW Medical Faculty Associates (MFA), a move that will directly employ hundreds of local physicians under a new UHS subsidiary to stabilize city-wide operations.

  • Behavioral Health Hubs: Beyond acute care, UHS operates specialized psychiatric and behavioral facilities in the DMV area, focusing on the District’s urgent need for integrated mental health support.

To apply for this job please visit uhs.com.