Dishwasher

We are seeking a Dishwasher to support the Veteran community in the Portland, OR area. This position is open to all candidates, including Locum or Traveling professionals.

Logistics

Pay: $17.92 per hour
Contract Type: 1-year contract
Location: 1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding food service duties in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience with the VA is a plus.

If selected, candidates will need to complete credentialing and onboarding requirements consistent with VA medical staff processes. This includes Fingerprint-based Background Investigation, Employment Reference Verification, VA Security Screening and Identity Verification.

Responsibilities

You Will:

• Monday through Sunday (as scheduled).
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Scrape, rinse, soak, scour, and clean cookware, trays, utensils, pots, and pans.
• Sort, stack, rack, and process dishware through commercial dish machines.
• Wash and sanitize pots and pans using a three-compartment sink.
• Properly clean, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of food preparation and service areas.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment following infection prevention procedures.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain assigned kitchen and food service areas.
• Separate food waste, trash, compost, and recyclables into designated disposal containers.
• Empty waste containers and transport refuse to designated outdoor collection areas.
• Clean patient meal carts manually or using commercial cart washing equipment.
• Retrieve soiled meal carts from inpatient units and deliver clean carts to designated locations.
• Assist with food service operations as directed by Nutrition and Food Service supervisors.
• Maintain proper food handling and sanitation practices at all times.
• Follow all infection prevention, safety, and environmental health procedures.
• Interact professionally and courteously with Veterans, visitors, healthcare staff, and coworkers.
• Maintain compliance with all VA policies, OSHA requirements, food safety standards, and local health regulations.

About Terrestris

In 2025, Terrestris was ranked 185 out of the top 5,000 fastest growing private companies in America by Inc. We hit this mark because, at Terrestris, we form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• 11 federal paid holidays

We offer outstanding benefits, including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week regularly are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Schedule

Monday through Sunday (as scheduled)