Full-time Dishwasher

About the role

The Culinary Utility Assistant supports the Culinary Department by operating the dish machine; cleaning, sanitizing, and storing dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and service wares; maintaining a clean and safe dishwashing area; and completing kitchen utility tasks such as waste removal, floor care, stocking, and basic food service support.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine, including scraping, soaking, stacking, and racking soiled dishes, glasses, utensils, and other service wares.
• Wash pots, pans, and kitchen tools; support cooks as assigned.
• Store clean and sanitized service wares in designated areas.
• Clean, sanitize, and organize the dishwashing/utility area and equipment (e.g., racks, bus tubs, carts, tables, sinks).
• Maintain kitchen and dish area floors (sweep, mop, and complete scheduled deep cleaning such as stripping as assigned).
• Remove trash, cardboard, and recyclables from the Culinary Department and transport to designated disposal areas.
• Restock utility and sanitation supplies as assigned (e.g., chemicals, gloves, paper goods, trash liners).
• Assist with basic food service support as assigned (e.g., stocking, tray set-up/bussing, desserts, garnishes, room service trays).
• Support other dining areas and special programs as assigned.
• Maintain a clean work environment, follow sanitation and safety practices, and present a professional appearance.
• Attend and participate in required in-services and trainings.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Provide courteous customer service to residents, guests, and team members.
• Stay organized and attentive to detail.
• Work independently and manage time effectively.
• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• On-the-job training provided.

Skills

• Execute tasks independently.
• Express yourself clearly and effectively.
• General computer literacy.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 20 pounds at times. Alternating between standing and sitting.
• Cognitive Requirements: Execute tasks independently. Express yourself clearly and effectively. General computer literacy.
• Environmental Requirements: Exposure to ambient room temperatures and lighting.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.