Utility/Dishwasher

Friendly Senior Living (FSL) is a compassionate and dedicated senior care organization committed to enhancing the lives of older adults through exceptional residential and community-based services. FSL offers a warm, inclusive environment where the physical, emotional, and social needs of residents are supported with the highest standards of care. Serving seniors with empathy and respect, FSL aims to enrich each individual's experience by fostering growth, learning opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture. Alongside competitive compensation packages, FSL carefully considers factors such as job family, skill levels, experience, special training, and accomplishments when determining each team member's pay, ensuring a fair and market-based approach to employee remuneration. The organization balances financial resources with internal pay equity and external market benchmarks to offer differentiated benefits and perquisites that align with its compensation philosophy.

The Utility Worker / Dishwasher role at Friendly Senior Living is a full-time, day-shift position from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., including every other weekend, responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitary condition of the kitchen and dish room work areas, equipment, utensils, and tableware. This position plays a key role in ensuring hygiene and safety standards are met and supports the smooth operation of food service functions. The Utility Worker / Dishwasher will be expected to set up the workstation for silverware, glassware, china, and waste processing, operate dish machines efficiently, and keep the work environment orderly throughout the shift. Additional responsibilities include sweeping and mopping floors, proper disposal of waste and recyclables, delivering stock and meal carts to designated locations, and assisting with resident and guest service in the dining areas.

Success in this role requires a commitment to upholding excellent sanitation and food safety practices consistent with Friendly Senior Living’s policies and regulatory requirements. The Utility Worker / Dishwasher must demonstrate respect and professionalism when interacting with residents, coworkers, vendors, and visitors and maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive organizational and resident information. Dependability is critical, including punctuality, adherence to attendance policies, and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed. Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods, the ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds, and a friendly, customer-service-minded attitude are essential.

Friendly Senior Living fosters an environment where employees can thrive with growth opportunities and a supportive team that values communication, integrity, and diversity. The role requires effective verbal and written communication skills, organizational ability, and a capacity to work both independently and collaboratively. This position represents an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the quality of life for senior residents while developing technical skills and gaining valuable experience in a caring healthcare setting. Applicants with a high school diploma or GED (or current enrollment) and a willingness to learn will find this a rewarding employment opportunity at FSL, where emphasis is placed on both professional and personal excellence.