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DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $20.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

California Polytechnic State University, Solano Campus in Vallejo, is a distinguished educational institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. Located at 200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA, this campus is part of the larger Cal Poly system renowned for its hands-on learning approach and strong emphasis on practical skills and professional development. The Solano Campus supports a diverse student body with a variety of educational programs and services designed to prepare students for successful careers and lifelong learning. The campus environment promotes innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, fostering a strong sense of community among students, faculty, and staff.

The University is currently seeking to hire a full-time Dishwasher to join its dedicated food service team on campus. This position is integral to maintaining the high standards of cleanliness and sanitation essential to a safe and efficient kitchen operation. The Dishwasher will play a crucial role in supporting the food preparation and dining experience by ensuring all dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized throughout the day. This role offers a competitive pay rate of $20.25 per hour and provides an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where employees are valued and empowered.

The Dishwasher at the Solano Campus will be responsible for managing dishwashing tasks either by hand or machine, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene procedures, and maintaining cleanliness in kitchen and work areas. The position includes duties such as scraping and rinsing dishes, washing pots and pans, polishing silverware, managing chemical levels and temperatures according to standards, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning work surfaces, and handling waste disposal efficiently. Additionally, the role requires transferring supplies and equipment as needed to support the overall kitchen operation. Applicants do not need prior experience as training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start or grow their career in food service operations.

Employment with the Cal Poly Solano Campus offers numerous benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development. Full-time employees benefit from comprehensive coverage and flexible spending accounts, among other perks. The University fosters diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and ensuring equal opportunity employment. The dishwasher position aligns with campus operations during the academic calendar; however, work requirements may vary seasonally, with potential temporary layoffs during academic breaks when services are reduced. Overall, this role is perfect for individuals motivated to contribute to a team dedicated to excellent food service and campus community support.

Job Requirements

  • no prior experience required
  • must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting and standing for long periods
  • ability to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings and weekends
  • must meet health and safety standards
  • training will be provided
  • legal eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • basic knowledge of sanitation standards and safety procedures
  • physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
  • willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Job Duties

  • scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment
  • ensures complete cleanliness and sanitation
  • washes pots, pans and trays based on assigned procedures
  • polishes silver using burnishing machine tumbler, chemical dip, buffing wheel and hand cloth depending on assigned equipment and procedures
  • ensures compliance with outlined safety procedures
  • maintains temperatures and chemical levels as outlined by provided standards
  • keeps dish area orderly and in compliance with safety standards
  • sweeps and mops kitchen floors to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards
  • washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, meat blocks and other food prep surfaces
  • removes trash and places it in designated containers
  • steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans
  • transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas
  • helps load and unload supplies and product
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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