Dishwasher, Food & Beverage

Aurora, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $16.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

401(k) Plan

Job Description

Lyric at RidgeGate is a vibrant new community developed by Shea Homes, nestled in the scenic surroundings of South Metro Denver, Colorado. This eclectic residential area is designed to seamlessly blend nature with modern amenities, creating an inviting and dynamic living environment. Lyric stands as a remarkable contributor to the diverse energy and excitement of the RidgeGate community, offering residents a blend of recreational, social, and wellness facilities. The neighborhood is thoughtfully equipped with a fitness center, a cozy coffee house, and a signature restaurant, making it an ideal place for relaxation and social gatherings. Additionally, it features swimming pools, lounging areas, and designated spaces for socializing, ensuring that every resident has access to an active yet comfortable lifestyle.

Lyric at RidgeGate is currently seeking a dedicated Dishwasher to join their food and beverage team. This full-time role is essential in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation standards of the kitchen, contributing significantly to the smooth operation and overall guest satisfaction at the community's dining facilities. Working under the guidance of the Food & Beverage Supervisor, the Dishwasher will perform critical duties that include cleaning dishes, kitchen equipment, and utensils, as well as ensuring that all items are properly stored and the dishwashing area remains orderly. This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $16.00 and is integral to supporting the health and safety standards within the culinary environment.

The role requires a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Beyond dishwashing, responsibilities also include minor food preparation tasks, assisting with banquet setups, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen workspace. This position is physically demanding, necessitating frequent standing, lifting, and the use of cleaning equipment, and offers a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Lyric at RidgeGate values a work culture that emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and respect. Employees are encouraged to uphold the BlueStar core values including honesty, respect for individuals, teamwork, and a competitive spirit. New full-time team members working 30 hours or more per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance plans after 60 days of employment. Other perks include accrued Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and participation in a 401(k) plan. Part-time staff also benefit from paid sick leave as per state guidelines.

This Dishwasher position not only provides the opportunity to be part of a thriving and supportive community but also offers the chance to grow within a reputable organization that prioritizes employee well-being and professional development. The role is perfect for those who are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and enjoy contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
one to three months of related experience preferred
current Food Handlers Card
ability to communicate positively and effectively with team members and supervisors about job tasks and responsibilities
desire to contribute to a productive work environment by maintaining a good attitude with coworkers and the public
must be self-motivated, follow direction, and able to work independently with little supervision
must be able to consistently achieve high work standards
attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness
must demonstrate initiative and make independent decisions based on sound judgment
must be able to pay attention to multiple details and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is expected
flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
one to three months of related experience preferred
current Food Handlers Card
ability to communicate positively and effectively with team members and supervisors about job tasks and responsibilities
desire to contribute to a productive work environment by maintaining a good attitude with coworkers and the public
must be self-motivated, follow direction, and able to work independently with little supervision
must be able to consistently achieve high work standards
attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness
must demonstrate initiative and make independent decisions based on sound judgment
must be able to pay attention to multiple details and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is expected
flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends

Job Duties

Keep dishwashing area clean and orderly
understand the importance of food safety and sanitation in the dishwashing process
scrape food from dirty dishes and wash dishes, glasses, pots and pans, and other food service containers and kitchen appliances by hand or place in dishwashing machine according to kitchen standards
return all dishes and equipment to assigned storage areas
sweep and mop kitchen floors
wash worktables, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks according to sanitation standards
put garbage in designated containers and steam clean or hose out garbage cans
sort bottles and break disposables in bottle crushing machine
transfer dishes and equipment between work and storage areas
wash and peel vegetables, set up banquet tables, load or unload trucks picking up or delivering supplies and food, and support kitchen and banquet staff in other ways as requested
be aware of safety requirements and report unsafe situations, equipment problems, and accidents to the Food & Beverage Supervisor
other duties and responsibilities may be assigned