Lead Dishwasher

About the role

Are you a master of the dish machine with a knack for leadership? NC State Dining is looking for a Lead Dishwasher to join our team at Case Dining Hall! This isn’t just about sparkling plates; it’s about leading a crew, maintaining high-standards, and ensuring our dining hall runs like a well-oiled (and very clean) machine. As a Lead Dishwasher, you are the backbone of our kitchen operations. You won’t just be managing the workflow; you’ll be mentoring student staff and temporary employees to ensure the Wolfpack is fed and our facility remains pristine.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain commercial dishwashing equipment while ensuring proper sanitation and safety standards.
• Lead, train, and supervise temporary staff and student employees, assigning tasks and supporting daily operational goals.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout kitchen, dining, storage, and waste disposal areas, including routine cleaning duties.
• Monitor facility equipment, tables, chairs, and work areas to ensure a safe, clean, and guest-ready environment.
• Anticipate and resolve service issues, assist with stocking supplies, and support scheduling and timekeeping processes to maintain efficient operations.
• Model the Division’s mission and values and foster a positive, cohesive workplace and congeniality among co-workers.
• Understand the goals and culture of the organization, and understand how employees’ work activities, teamwork, and customer service impact clients.
• Work with your supervisor and colleagues to understand these goals and the culture.
• Adhere to all University policies, procedures, and regulations, and Division standard operating practices and protocols.
• Due to operational needs of the NC State Dining department, an employee may be assigned to work in any NC State Dining department including, but not limited to, catering and special events.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met.

Requirements

Minimum Experience/Education: Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require certification by the Department of Correction.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience as a commercial dishwasher in a high volume kitchen; knowledge of cleaning and sanitation processes; knowledge of safety procedures and protocols; ability to provide outstanding customer service, including the ability to remain professional and respectful under pressure when dealing with difficult situations, to team and customers; ability to use or learn to use email.

Required License Or Certification: Valid NC Driver's License required; Commercial Driver's License not required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Pay

Anticipated Hiring Range: $35,845 - $36,816 per year.

Schedule

40 hours per week; work hours may vary based on business needs; work schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays.