Dishwasher

Volunteers of America Colorado; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization seeks a Dishwasher to maintain cleanliness and organization in the Central Kitchen. This full-time position supports kitchen operations while ensuring compliance with sanitation guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a solid work ethic, ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and a high school diploma/GED.

Benefits

Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, understand and follow direction.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 60 lbs.
• Prior high volume kitchen experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Cleans pots, pans, utensils, and cooking/delivery equipment.
• Maintains overall cleanliness and organization of kitchen facilities.
• Operates dishwashing machine according to safety and cleaning instructions.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Description

Description

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL? VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

The Dishwasher cleans pots, pans, utensils, cooking and delivery equipment, and storage racks for the Central Kitchen. Ensures compliance with sanitation guidelines and Agency procedures in the cleaning and storage of pots, pans, cooking, and delivery equipment. Daily maintains overall cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of kitchen facilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, clean and organize manual ware-washing station.
• Set up, maintain, and operate dishwashing machine according to manufacturers operating, safety, and cleaning instructions.
• Cleans all pots, pans, utensils, and cooking/delivery equipment to ensure all work units have clean equipment when required.
• Maintains storage shelves, equipment, and work area in a clean and safe fashion that complies with Agency guidelines and procedures.
• Completes specific cleaning responsibilities to include kitchen floors, restroom maintenance, and trash/recycling removal.
• Attends all Agency meetings and trainings as required.
• May assist in delivery or meal preparation as requested.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by Project Manager.
  
  

COMPETENCIES

• Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America-Colorado Branch that include “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect, and Service)
• Models and pursues with vigor Volunteers of America-Colorado Branch three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, and People Smart)
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Occasional temporary laborers in absence of Project Manager
  
  

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, understand and follow direction.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 60 lbs.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications Of Position

• Prior high volume kitchen experience helpful.
• Demonstrates initiative and solid work ethic.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Clearly and respectfully communicates with Agency staff, volunteers, clients, and vendors.
• Solid time management and organizational skills.
  
  

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, humidity, steam, and fumes.
• Stand, pivot, walk on hard kitchen floor surface.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents.
• Noise level can range from low to high.
  
  

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• Full time 40 hours per week 5am-1:30pm
• Designated holidays and special events.
  
  

Location: 4915 East 52nd Ave Commerce City

Salary: $18.81 per hour

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact [e-mail] to begin the Interactive Process.

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Salary Description

18.81/hr

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organization Management

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