Dishwasher

Thousand Oaks, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.00 - $21.25

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Holiday pay

Tuition Reimbursement

myFlexPay

Job Description

Sunrise Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living services dedicated to offering high-quality care and enriching experiences to older adults. With a focus on individual needs and respect for the dignity of every resident, Sunrise Senior Living prides itself on creating warm, welcoming communities where residents can enjoy independence, companionship, and professional support in a safe and caring environment. Celebrated for its exceptional workplace culture, Sunrise Senior Living has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for nine consecutive years by Activated Insights. This prestigious designation highlights the company’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where employees are valued, engaged, and empowered to make a real difference in the lives of seniors and their families.

The role of Dishwasher at Sunrise Senior Living involves critical responsibilities that support the daily operations of dining and kitchen services. This is a full-time position where the team member will be responsible for essential sanitation and cleaning duties in various food production and consumption areas such as the kitchen, dining rooms, bistros, private dining rooms, and serveries or pantries. The Dishwasher plays an instrumental role in maintaining health and safety standards by ensuring that all dishes, cookware, silverware, glassware, and utensils are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored. Additionally, this role requires completing janitorial tasks, assisting with food preparation and plating when necessary, and contributing to team efforts in maintaining an orderly, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.

Sunrise Senior Living offers competitive compensation packages that vary based on location, experience, and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits plan. The company emphasizes personal and professional growth, encouraging employees to develop their skills while supporting them through educational opportunities like tuition reimbursement. Employees are also encouraged to thrive in a collaborative work culture dedicated to service excellence, reflected in the organization’s Principles of Service and Core Values. This rewarding role offers opportunities not only for career growth but also for personal fulfillment by positively impacting residents’ quality of life through dedication and teamwork. Sunrise Senior Living’s supportive work environment and strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and employee engagement make it a remarkable place to build a meaningful career.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
one year job-related experience preferred
ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily
compliance with safety regulations and procedures
availability to complete required training and certifications including CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler Card as applicable
ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
physical ability to perform cleaning and dishwashing tasks

Job Qualifications

One year job-related experience preferred
high school diploma or GED
completion of CPR and First Aid training may be required
ServSafe Food Handler Card may be required
Local Health Department Food Handler Card may be required
effective written and verbal communication skills
ability to handle multiple priorities
good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills

Job Duties

Set-up and maintain dish and pot washing areas
operate dish machines according to manufacturer instructions
perform dishwashing tasks to wash and sanitize dishes, china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware
maintain accurate dish machine and pot and pan sink temperature and sanitation logs and report issues promptly
maintain equipment logs and report any problems
complete assigned kitchen cleaning duties and maintain cleaning logs
clean kitchen equipment including stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods and ventilation screens
perform janitorial duties like sweeping, mopping, washing walls and ceilings, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash
assist with food preparation and plating as needed
ensure proper storage of cookware, china, glassware, utensils, janitorial and chemical supplies
assist in receiving, storage, dating, labeling, and rotation of food and non-food supplies
comply with occupational health and safety regulations and practices safety procedures including PPE, fire extinguishers, SDS, and Lockout Tagout
clean and maintain dining room and bistro
bus and reset tables
take and deliver food orders
prepare and serve light meals per standardized recipes
participate and commit to team goals and demonstrate Team Member Credo
commit to serving residents through Principles of Service
attend regular meetings including Town Hall and Department Team
maintain compliance in all required training
perform other duties as assigned