Dishwasher

About the role

The Dishwasher plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment in our assisted living facility's dining area and kitchen. This position involves efficiently cleaning and sanitizing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans used during meal service. The Dishwasher ensures proper handling and storage of cleaned items, assists in kitchen cleanup, and follows established safety and hygiene protocols. This role also contributes to a positive dining experience for our residents by supporting the culinary team in delivering exceptional meals.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial dishwashing equipment to clean dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Ensure thorough cleaning and sanitization of all items to meet food safety standards.
• Follow established procedures for proper handling, washing, and storing of cleaned items.
• Assist culinary team members by maintaining a steady supply of clean dishes and equipment during meal service.
• Support kitchen cleanup by removing trash, sweeping, mopping, and maintaining overall cleanliness.
• Maintains upkeep on all kitchen equipment, ensuring that weekly/monthly cleaning schedules are maintained.
• Adhere to strict hygiene and safety protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report any maintenance or safety concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Follow proper handling and disposal of cleaning chemicals to prevent accidents or contamination.
• Stocks serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and other assigned areas with necessary dishes and utensils.
• Communicate effectively with culinary team members regarding dishwashing needs and priorities.
• Interacts courteously with residents and staff, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
• Responds to resident requests and special dietary considerations in a helpful and accommodating manner.
• Cleans trash receptacles with water or steam.
• Moves dishwashing supplies and equipment from storage to work area by hand.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Required Health Screening, TB Clearance, and Criminal Record Clearance.
• Any special licenses, certifications, and certificates (First Aid/ CPR Certified).
• Valid Food Handlers Certification or must be willing to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.
• Restaurant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to understand and meet restaurant standards for health, safety, and excellence.
• Ability to remain alert and focused on an environment that is noisy and fast-paced.
• Ability to work effectively with kitchen staff.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.

Skills

• None specifically mentioned in the job details.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending (FSAs)
• Paid Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Referral Program
• Spot Pet Insurance – up to 20% discount for employees

Pay

$18.00 to $20.50 per hour.

Schedule

Workdays, nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.