Dishroom Relief AM

cincinnatichildrens; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a full-time Dishwashing / Food Services helper at the Burnet Campus. The role supports daily dishwashing, sanitation, and overall cleanliness in the food service area, with a schedule that includes weekend and holiday rotation.

Starting pay is $16.75–$20.27 per hour, with additional pay differentials possible. The team emphasizes food safety and infection prevention while maintaining efficient operations in a fast-paced hospital kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

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

Skills

Food service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Location

Burnet Campus Department

Patient Feeding Shift

Day (United States of America) Schedule

Full time Weekly Hours

40 FTE

1 Employee Status

Regular

*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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Schedule: 6:30a-3p, including an every other weekend and every other holiday rotation

• 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 a top 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's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American 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.

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

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