Dishwasher

Position Summary

The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and proper storage of all glassware, silverware, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment. This position supports the Food & Beverage and culinary teams by ensuring clean and sanitized equipment is consistently available and that kitchen, restaurant, and back-of-house areas are maintained in a safe and orderly condition. The ideal candidate takes pride in maintaining a clean work environment, follows proper sanitation and safety procedures, and works effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following is a representative list of duties and is not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned.

Dishwashing & Sanitation

• Operate dishwashing equipment to thoroughly clean and sanitize glassware, silverware, and other service items.
• Wash pots, pans, kitchen utensils, and other equipment according to established cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Properly store clean glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and utensils in designated locations while minimizing breakage and damage.
• Follow proper procedures for cleaning, sanitizing, disassembling, and reassembling kitchen equipment as needed.
• Maintain appropriate sanitation standards throughout all dishwashing and kitchen areas.

Kitchen & Restaurant Cleanliness

• Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen, restaurant, and designated Food & Beverage areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas, storage areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the back dock and dumpster area.
• Remove garbage from Food & Beverage areas and dispose of it in the designated hotel dumpster.
• Assist with maintaining the order and cleanliness of storage areas.
• Practice clean-as-you-go procedures throughout the shift.

Food & Beverage Support

• Assist with the setup and breakdown of restaurant buffets as required.
• Assist Banquets by providing clean glassware and silverware as needed based on business demand.
• Support kitchen and Food & Beverage team members with cleaning and sanitation needs as assigned.
• Assist with proper food storage and organization when requested.

Guest & Team Service

• Approach all interactions with guests and associates in a friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Maintain a warm and professional demeanor when interacting with guests, managers, and fellow associates.
• Work cooperatively with Culinary, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, and other hotel departments.
• Attend meetings and training as required by management.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by management.

What You Bring

Required:

• Ability to follow established cleaning, sanitation, safety, and operating procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts based on hotel business needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and fellow associates.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous dishwasher, kitchen, restaurant, hotel, or Food & Beverage experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with commercial dishwashing equipment and basic kitchen sanitation practices is a plus.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• This position is based on-property in Charlotte, NC.
• Flexible schedule required based on hotel business needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as applicable.
• Work is primarily performed in a commercial kitchen, dishwashing area, restaurant, and other back-of-house spaces.
• Exposure to heat, steam, water, cleaning chemicals, wet floors, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and work for extended periods or an entire shift.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights, requiring hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Compensation and Benefits

PAH Management offers a competitive base salary/pay commensurate with experience.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Incentive Program
• Voluntary Life Insurance (self, spouse, and child)
• Hotel Stay Perks (Marriott and Hilton programs)
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Educational Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Manager in Training Program (where applicable)

About PAH

PAH Management is a Dallas-based hotel ownership and management company operating a portfolio of select-service properties across multiple states under Marriott and Hilton brands. We are dedicated to developing a culture that places associates first while becoming America's preferred hotel management company.