Dishwasher

Sugar Bowl; California; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes for employees

Free ski passes for dependents

80 years of tradition

401k plan after 1,000 hours

Paid sick time

Employee assistance program

Discounted lift tickets

Hotel discounts

Employee ski reciprocal programs

Job summary

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking reliable dishwashers to support our kitchen operations all season long. This role is the backbone of our Food & Beverage team, keeping dishes clean and equipment sanitized in a fast-paced mountain setting.

We offer Part Time & Full Time positions with great winter benefits, free ski passes for employees and dependents, and 401k options. Join a historic California resort with a dynamic crew and a proud heritage.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen preferred.
• Knowledge of approved sanitation methods and safety standards.
• Able to work cooperatively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Reliable, punctual and takes pride in completing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils using approved sanitation methods and equipment.
• Return cleaned items to proper storage promptly.
• Perform routine daily and weekly deep cleaning of kitchen areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment during shifts.
• Assist dining area with general cleaning and cleanup as needed.
• Collaborate with main kitchen staff to support operations.
• Make timely decisions to ensure sanitation and performance standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Supervisor or F&B Manager.

Skills

Dishwasher experience

Sanitation knowledge

Teamwork

Punctuality

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Industrial dishwasher

Job description

Part Time & Full Time Positions Available

Behind every great meal on the mountain is a great kitchen team - and that starts with you. Sugar Bowl Resort is looking for hardworking, reliable Dishwashers to keep our kitchens running smoothly all season long. This role is the backbone of our Food & Beverage operation: you’ll keep the kitchen clean, the equipment sanitized, and the team moving - all while being a key part of one of the most energetic environments on the mountain. If you take pride in a job well done and want to be part of a tight-knit team that keeps Sugar Bowl’s dining experience at its best, we’d love to have you on the crew.

Why Sugar Bowl?

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to “sunny California” since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts alike.

Who You Are

• Prior experience in a professional food production or kitchen environment as a dishwasher or in a similar support role - preferred
• Knowledge of approved sanitation methods and a commitment to maintaining a clean workspace at all times
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team in a fast‑paced kitchen environment
• Reliable, punctual, and takes pride in doing the job right every shift
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and comply with all health and safety standards
• Must be at least 16 years of age

What You’ll do

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils using approved sanitation methods and industrial dishwashing equipment
• Return all cleaned items to their proper storage location promptly and accurately
• Complete routine daily and weekly deep cleaning of kitchen equipment and work areas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment throughout the entire shift
• Assist the dining area with general cleaning and table service clean‑up as needed
• Work cooperatively with the main kitchen and food service staff to support a smooth and efficient operation
• Make timely decisions to ensure compliance with performance and sanitation standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Supervisor or Food & Beverage Manager

Physical Requirements

• Stands continuously in a kitchen environment for the majority of the shift
• Frequently kneels, stoops, and bends when cleaning equipment and work areasRegularly lifts, carries, and moves items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Works in a warm, wet, and fast‑paced kitchen environment for extended periods
• Handles hot items and cleaning chemicals safely, using appropriate protective equipment

Winter Benefits

• Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and one (1) year of service
• Paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Free ski and tubing passes for employees
• Free ski passes for dependents
• 50% off food at our restaurants
• Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends
• Lift ticket discounts at multiple resorts including 24 Mountain Collective destinations
• Hotel discounts
• Employee ski reciprocal programs