Dining Services - Dishroom

Roanoke College; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia is seeking Dining Services dishroom staff to maintain cleanliness and ensure a smooth operation in Sutton Commons dining center. The role includes cleaning dishes and service areas, enforcing safety standards, and stock management.

Successful candidates will have good communication skills and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. This is an essential personnel position, and preference will be given to those with related education or professional experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and effectively communicate in English.
• Valid Virginia driver's license preferred but not required.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Positively represent Roanoke College and treat all guests with respect.
• Enforce safety and sanitation standards.
• Clean and maintain dining service equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED preferred

Job description

The Dining Services dishroom staff serve in a critical support role in Sutton Commons, our all-you-care-to-eat dining center. They provide clean and sanitized dishes, flatware, glassware, and equipment for guests, service, and culinary production staff. Dishroom staff also keep the service areas fully stocked with clean dishes which helps efficiently move guests through the dining center. To be effective, the staff must be able to communicate well, prioritize tasks, and work safely. The position begins on Friday, August 14, 2026.

Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under‑represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Positively represent Roanoke College, treating all guests and team members with courtesy and respect.
• Apply and enforce safety and sanitation standards as instructed by the VDH and Dining Services.
• Clean and maintain equipment for stewardship and safe operation.
• Stock and replace dishes, supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
• Assist in setup and cleanup of servery and dining area, including glass/windows, tables, vacuuming, and general tidying.
• Perform daily and recurring cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Follow and enforce policies and procedures established by Dining Service Management.
• Perform other required duties.

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• Must pass background check.
• Ability to read and effectively communicate in English.
• Must be able to complete required training, which may be offered in‑person or online.
• Ability to work with computer hardware and software, including receiving emails and using a timeclock.
• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. Preference given to applicants with culinary, hospitality, business, or similar higher education or professional credentials.
• Strong communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including morning, evening, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid Virginia driver's license preferred but not required.

Special Conditions Of Employment

• Satisfactory conviction history background check.
• Dining services staff are considered essential personnel. In the event of a university closure, modification, or suspension due to weather or other emergency conditions, this position is expected to make all reasonable attempts to report to work as scheduled for the duration of the closure or suspension.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to accommodate operational needs.