Job Details

Position Summary

The Dishwasher supports the culinary team by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas. This role is essential to ensuring residents receive meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment while following all food safety and sanitation standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment promptly and thoroughly
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and correctly
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen floors, walls, workstations, and dish areas
• Remove trash and recycling throughout the shift and maintain clean disposal areas
• Assist with stocking dishes, utensils, and kitchen supplies
• Support dining staff with meal service setup and breakdown as needed
• Follow infection control, sanitation, and food safety procedures at all times
• Ensure chemicals and cleaning products are used and stored properly
• Assist the culinary team during busy meal periods when appropriate
• Maintain organization of storage and dish areas
• Report equipment concerns, hazards, or safety issues to leadership immediately
• Provide friendly and respectful interactions with residents, families, guests, and team members

Qualifications

• Previous dishwashing or kitchen experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to follow directions and safety procedures
• Dependable attendance and punctuality required
• Food Handler's Card preferred or required per state regulations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to work in hot, wet, and fast-paced kitchen conditions

Schedule Expectations

• Weekends and holidays may be required
• Flexible scheduling based on community needs and meal service times

Work Environment

This position works within a senior living community serving older adults in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Professionalism, patience, and a resident-focused attitude are expected at all times.