Dish Room Attendant

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is hiring a Full-time Food Services Dishwasher for the Burnet Campus. The role operates in the Patient Feeding department with a day shift and 40 hours per week, FTE 1, Regular status.

Responsibilities include washing, sanitizing, and storing dishes and equipment, maintaining a clean dish room, and supporting other Food Services tasks while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in foodservice is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate dishwashing and sanitation equipment
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, trays, utensils, cookware, and food service equipment
• Collect and transport soiled trays and dishware from service areas
• Maintain cleanliness of the dish room and surrounding work areas
• Sort, stack, and organize clean items for reuse
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards
• Assist with waste removal, recycling, and general cleaning duties
• Support other Food Services functions as assigned

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $16.75 - $20.27
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

• Expected Starting Pay Range $16.75 - $20.27
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

Patient Feeding

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

Job Responsibilities

• Operate dishwashing and sanitation equipment
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, trays, utensils, cookware, and food service equipment
• Collect and transport soiled trays and dishware from service areas
• Maintain cleanliness of the dish room and surrounding work areas
• Sort, stack, and organize clean items for reuse
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards
• Assist with waste removal, recycling, and general cleaning duties
• Support other Food Services functions as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift, carry, push, and pull racks, carts, and supplies
• Work safely around hot water, cleaning chemicals, and food service equipment
• Perform repetitive cleaning and handling tasks in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children’s Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation’sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability