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Dishwasher

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $16.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Flexible work environment
ongoing training
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k plan
Employee Discount Program

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to creating a better everyday for everyone we serve. Operating in diverse sectors such as food service, facilities management, and integrated solutions, Sodexo partners with various organizations around the world to ensure a memorable experience for both customers and employees. The company not only focuses on delivering excellent service but also values its employees by fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment based on respect, equality, and belonging. Sodexo's core mission revolves around improving the quality of life and contributing to social, economic, and environmental progress in the communities it serves.

The Dishwasher position at Oakwood University, operated under Sodexo, is a vital role ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and facility areas. This role requires maintaining the hygiene standards by cleaning dishes, equipment, utensils, floors, walls, and storage spaces, supporting overall food production and service operations. Employees in this position are expected to perform essential cleaning tasks such as dishwashing by hand or with machines, sanitizing work surfaces, sweeping, mopping floors, removing trash, restocking supplies, and assisting with set-up and breakdown duties as needed. This position demands physical endurance, including extended periods of walking or standing, as well as lifting and moving supplies up to 50 pounds.

Sodexo offers both full-time and part-time positions for Dishwashers at Oakwood University, with wages ranging from $15 to $16 per hour. The work shifts vary and open availability is preferred, providing some flexibility in scheduling. While prior experience is not mandatory, understanding basic food safety and sanitation procedures is important. Sodexo highly values a reliable worker who attends scheduled shifts punctually and consistently. Working with Sodexo provides more than just employment; it is an opportunity to be part of a greater purpose where everyday actions have meaningful impacts.

Joining Sodexo means access to ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees and their families. This package includes paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, 401k plans, and employee discount programs. Some locations also provide site-specific benefits such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support. Sodexo promotes a workplace culture where every individual is respected, heard, and empowered to thrive in their authentic selves, emphasizing diversity and equal opportunity for all. This position at Oakwood University not only plays a critical role in facility operations but also contributes to sustainable service excellence in a dynamic academic setting.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
  • No related work experience
  • Knowledge of sanitation procedures, to include basic concepts of food safety

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of sanitation procedures, to include basic concepts of food safety

Job Duties

  • Washes dishes by hand or places them in a dishwashing machine
  • Clean and sanitize worktables, walls, refrigerators and meat blocks
  • Sweeps, mops, cleans and vacuums floors
  • Removes trash and garbage to designated areas
  • Cleans equipment using specific chemicals to ensure sanitary standards
  • Re-stock supplies, such as soap, paper towels, and cleaning materials
  • Significant walking or other means of mobility
  • Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, throughout the entire duration of a shift, which may exceed 8 hours
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds
  • Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
  • Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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