Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.75 - $16.25
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Waltonwood is a senior living community dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for residents. Known for its compassionate care and commitment to quality, Waltonwood is recognized for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents can thrive. The community emphasizes more than just a place to live; it aims to offer a lifestyle that promotes wellness, comfort, and social engagement. Members of the Waltonwood team take great pride in their roles, each contributing to an environment that prioritizes the needs and happiness of every resident. The Culinary Department at Waltonwood plays a crucial role in enhancing residents' daily experiences by delivering nourishing, delicious meals served in a warm and inviting setting. The department understands the importance of mealtime as a vital part of each resident’s day and is committed to providing a memorable dining experience that promotes both well-being and enjoyment. The dishwasher position is an essential role within this department, ensuring that the kitchen area remains clean, safe, and sanitary at all times. By maintaining high standards of cleanliness for all kitchenware—including china, glassware, tableware, and cooking utensils—dishwashers behind the scenes contribute directly to the quality of the residents’ culinary experiences. This role demands attention to detail and thoroughness, as well as the ability to work efficiently to meet the needs of the kitchen and the culinary team. Dishwashers must be proactive in their responsibilities, including sorting and rinsing dishes, operating dish machines, hand-washing certain items using specified soaps and methods, and ensuring the kitchen floor and stockrooms are properly cleaned and sanitized. They are also responsible for reporting any hazardous situations to culinary supervisors promptly, helping to maintain a safe environment for all kitchen staff. This position requires a strong work ethic, dependability, and an eagerness to collaborate with co-workers to uphold community standards. Punctuality and regular attendance are critical, as is a willingness to support colleagues beyond the scope of typical duties. Dishwashers contribute to the overall team effort that helps create a positive, respectful atmosphere for residents and associates alike. This role offers a blend of physical activity and responsibility within a vibrant team-oriented workplace. Ideal candidates are those who thrive under structured sanitation protocols, appreciate the value of teamwork, and are committed to delivering excellence in every task they perform. If you take pride in your work, pay close attention to detail, manage your time effectively, and have a strong focus on customer satisfaction, you will find this role both fulfilling and impactful. To join Waltonwood means to be part of a community that values service, integrity, and dedication to enhancing the quality of life for seniors through every aspect of their dining experience and beyond.

Job Requirements

  • Constant use of manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures
  • associates in this role are frequently exposed to hot water, garbage disposals and cleaning chemicals
  • while performing the duties of the job, the associate is frequently exposed to heat and cold
  • ability to reach, bend, twist, squat, kneel, push and pull
  • ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • ability to perform repetitive movements including simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation
  • occasional sitting, with constant walking and standing

Job Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of dish cleaning practices and dining etiquette
  • knowledge of proper food service sanitation techniques
  • experience working in a commercial kitchen preferred

Job Duties

  • Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through dish machine
  • sort and stack clean dishes
  • carry clean dishes to cook's line or other proper storage areas
  • wash certain pots, pans, trays, dishes and utensils by hand with specified soap and water
  • sweep kitchen floors and ensure kitchen floor is sanitized
  • take trash out
  • mop stockrooms
  • report any hazardous situations in the kitchen to the Culinary Supervisor or Culinary Service Director
  • adhere to all sanitation and safety standards
  • assist with all other duties as assigned by the Culinary Supervisor or Culinary Service Director

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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