Dishwasher

This position is offered by a reputable healthcare organization known for its commitment to providing quality care and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety within its facilities. The organization operates various healthcare services, ensuring a safe, sanitary, and efficient environment for patients, staff, and visitors. As a key part of the facility's operations, the kitchen supports essential patient and staff meal services, which are vital to the overall function of the healthcare setting. Maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen environment is critical to comply with health regulations and to guarantee the well-being of all who depend on these services. This dishwasher/utility worker role is thus integral to supporting the smooth and hygienic operation of the kitchen and food preparation areas, contributing indirectly to patient care and staff satisfaction. The Dishwasher/Utility Worker reports directly to the Kitchen Supervisor and holds a non-exempt classification. This role is reviewed regularly to align with healthcare standards and operational efficiency, with the most recent review dated April 30, 2025. It is classified as a safety-sensitive position, indicating that the employee must maintain a high level of alertness and adherence to safety protocols while performing duties. The primary focus of this position revolves around the thorough cleaning and sanitization of kitchenware, utensils, and pots, as well as general kitchen maintenance including waste management and compliance with hygiene standards. The role involves operating dishwashing equipment, a task that requires familiarity with cleaning machinery and an understanding of sanitation protocols that are paramount in a healthcare environment. Additionally, the Dishwasher/Utility Worker is responsible for storing clean items properly to ensure readiness for kitchen operations and meal preparations. Maintaining cleanliness of all kitchen surfaces and production equipment is critical; the worker follows established cleaning schedules and procedures intentionally designed to prevent contamination and uphold health standards. Responsibilities extend to emptying trash containers to support a clean and hazard-free work area. The role also demands maintaining an assigned workstation in impeccable sanitary condition and complying with personal hygiene and department dress codes. Apart from these core responsibilities, the Dishwasher/Utility Worker may assist with basic kitchen preparations and serving as needed, offering support to kitchen staff in moments of higher demand. This flexibility is essential in a healthcare setting where meal service may vary due to patient needs and scheduling. The job description also notes that management retains the right to modify duties and responsibilities as necessary, ensuring adaptability and responsiveness to operational demands. The position requires strong physical stamina as it involves frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and occasional carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. This physical activity level highlights the need for employees to be fit and capable of handling the job's demands while maintaining safety for themselves and others. The employee must also be in positive standing with healthcare agencies and comply with healthcare requirements such as a Tuberculosis skin test and clearances from Employment Clearance Registry and Adult Maltreatment Registry, ensuring the role is carried out in compliance with industry regulations. Candidates considering this role can expect to be part of a mission-driven team focused on upholding high standards of safety, hygiene, and operational excellence. The role serves as an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking employment in a healthcare-related culinary environment, offering the chance to contribute meaningfully to patient and staff experiences through meticulous care of kitchen operations and cleanliness.