Culinary Dishroom Lead - Part-Time, 9-5, Flexible

Bellingham-Technical-College; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Some sick leave

Job summary

Bellingham Technical College is establishing a pool for Fall quarter 2026 and the 2026-2027 academic year for dishwasher positions in the Culinary Program and Food Services. These are temporary, hourly assignments with hours not guaranteed and based on the department’s needs. Work generally occurs Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.

to 5 p.m., 3-6 hours per day, up to 15 hours per week. Hourly rate is $20.65. The college is an Equal Opportunity employer and reports to the Culinary Arts Instructor.

Qualifications

• Possession of or eligible for a food handler's permit;
• Dishwasher/food service experience preferred;
• Knowledge of sanitation and safe work practices;
• Demonstrated ability to read directions, i.e., manuals and communicate through written and spoken word;
• Ability to work under timelines and tight deadlines;
• Recent experience in dishwasher operation preparation preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with co-workers and students in a training situation.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dishwasher to wash dishes, pots, and preparation utensils, and sanitizes the dish room;
• Set up and break down the Cafeteria and Conference Rooms;
• Lead and direct students in the operation of the dish room;
• Collect and dispose of garbage in the dumpsters;
• Monitor, collect, and prepare materials for recycling;
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor/designee.

Skills

Dishwasher experience

Food service experience

Sanitation knowledge

Reading directions

Education

Food handler's permit (or eligible)

Job description

Bellingham Technical College is establishing a pool for Fall quarter 2026 and the 2026-2027 academic year for dishwasher positions in the Culinary Program and Food Services. These are temporary, hourly assignments with hours not guaranteed and based on the department’s needs. Work generally occurs Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.

to 5 p.m., 3-6 hours per day, up to 15 hours per week. Hourly rate is $20.65. The college is an Equal Opportunity employer and reports to the Culinary Arts Instructor.