Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $18.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Vacation pay
personal day
sick pay
Holidays
Complimentary Meals
Bonus opportunities
Life insurance
employee discount
401(k) savings plan
recognition programs
Student Loan Refinancing
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program
Emergency Financial Assistance

Job Description

The Ridge at Westlake Village is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus, managed by Oakmont Management Group. Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a diverse portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. With communities spanning California, Nevada, and Hawaii, Oakmont Management Group serves thousands of seniors, delivering exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. They focus on creating an environment that supports independence, meaningful lifestyles, and strong relationships between residents, their families, and team members. The culture at The Ridge and across Oakmont communities is centered on core values: Authenticity, Teamwork, Compassion, Commitment, and Resilience.

The Dishwasher position at The Ridge at Westlake Village is a part-time role offering a pay range of $17 to $18 per hour. This critical role is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, utensils, and kitchenware, maintaining a clean and safe environment aligned with the company’s mission and values. The Dishwasher prepares the dish room before meal service, transports dirty dishes to the kitchen, and ensures all dishes and utensils are cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored. The role also includes assisting with the breakdown and cleaning of kitchen and dining areas, emptying trash, and maintaining safety standards throughout the work environment. In addition to the primary focus on dishwashing, the role requires excellent communication skills to interact professionally with residents, coworkers, and supervisors, responding to any concerns or complaints with care and respect.

The Ridge at Westlake Village and Oakmont Management Group encourage teamwork and cooperative interactions across all departments to foster a supportive work culture. Safety is a top priority, with expectations for all team members to follow established safety protocols for the well-being of staff, residents, and guests. Oakmont Management Group also emphasizes health and safety standards related to communicable diseases, including COVID-19, which may require vaccination, health screenings, and the use of personal protective equipment as per regulatory guidelines.

The role provides opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel within Oakmont Management Group’s extensive network of communities. Eligible team members enjoy a broad range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation and holidays, complimentary meals, bonus opportunities, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match. Additional benefits include life insurance, employee discounts, recognition programs, student loan refinancing, pet insurance, and emergency financial assistance. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a supportive and community-oriented environment and are passionate about contributing to the quality of life for senior residents.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prefer six months of experience working in a kitchen or similar setting
  • Possess written and verbal skills to interact and communicate effectively
  • Must pass a criminal background check and health screening tests including physical and TB tests
  • Willingness to vaccinate and comply with COVID-19 safety protocols as per regulatory guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • Prefer six months of experience working in a kitchen or similar setting
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Possess written and verbal skills to interact and communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, physicians, healthcare professionals, residents, and their families
  • Must pass a criminal background check and health screening tests, including physical and TB tests
  • Willingness to vaccinate and comply with COVID-19 safety protocols as per regulatory guidelines

Job Duties

  • Prepare dish room area prior to meal service
  • Transport all dishes to the kitchen following meal preparation and mealtimes
  • Clear, wash and sanitize dishes and utensils
  • Return clean dishes and utensils to appropriate storage areas
  • Assist with breaking down the kitchen for clean-up
  • Perform general clean-up and sanitation clean-up of the dish room, kitchen, dining areas, steam tables, range hoods, sinks, and drains
  • Empty the trash
  • Respond to resident concerns and complaints in a professional and caring manner
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests, following established safety standards
  • Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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