Dishwasher

Workstream; Bristol Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream is hiring a Dishwasher/Utility Employee for Nothing Bundt Cakes in Bristol Township, Illinois. This role is essential for ensuring a clean, sanitized bakery and involves high-volume dishwashing tasks.

The ideal candidate is reliable, able to lift moderate weights, and willing to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends. No formal education is required, but previous experience in a food service role is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand written and oral directions.
• Capacity to perform physical tasks, lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manually wash, rinse and sanitize baking pans, dishes, and utensils.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bakery and monitor sanitization levels.
• Support team members in cleaning and organizing workstations.

Skills

Team Support

Reliability

Ability to lift moderate to heavy weight

Attention to detail

Education

Previous experience as a Dishwasher or in operational support

Job description

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Dishwasher/Utility Employee plays an essential role in ensuring smooth, efficient and guest‑ready operation by meeting high‑volume dishwashing demands and maintaining a clean, sanitized bakery. The Dishwasher/Utility Employee embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace.

Accountabilities and Duties

• Manually wash, rinse and sanitize all baking pans, dishes, utensils and other tools in a thorough and timely manner and adhere to all NbC standards.
• Monitor sanitization levels to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
• Gather and remove garbage, sweep and mop floors, and clean floor drains.
• Perform routine cleaning of windows, shelves, counters, refrigerator, cooler and bathroom.
• Clean, sanitize and restock workstation and ensure all cleaning supplies are sufficiently prepared for the next shift.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and notify management when replenishment is required.
• Assist in the unloading, processing and storage of weekly supplies delivery.
• Support other team members in cleaning and organizing workstations as needed.
• Comply with all health and safety guidelines and NbC policies and procedures, including strict adherence to dress code and personal hygiene.
• Maintain a consistent work attendance and punctuality record.

Core Values and Competencies

• Goes above and beyond to support the team or guest, and is reliable, trustworthy and responsive.
• Keeps the good of the team or guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
• Displays humility and empathy in interactions with others.

Spirit of a Champion

• Demonstrates pride in responsibilities, an intense drive and a passion to succeed.
• Takes initiative and 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.
• Operates with a strong sense of urgency and adheres to NbC brand standards.

Genuine Connections

• Projects warmth, enthusiasm and optimism that attracts others.
• Builds positive, productive relationships with all team members.
• Listens actively and communicates openly, clearly and respectfully.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understand written and oral directions, interpret instructional documents such as operating procedures and health and safety rules, and apply knowledge to perform job responsibilities.
• Perform repetitious, physical tasks that require the strength to lift items of moderate to heavy weight (as much as 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods.
• Evaluate processes, information and surroundings to determine compliance with standards.
• Possess discipline and attention to detail to strictly adhere to health and safety practices and work environment standards.
• Be diligent, organized and self‑motivated, with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.

Education and Requirements

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• No formal education or work experience is required; previous experience as a Dishwasher or in another operational support role at a bakery, restaurant or foodservice environment is a plus.

Availability

Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on changing business demands.