Dishwasher

Shamin Hotels; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Shamin Hotels in Hampton, VA is seeking a Dishwasher and General Utility to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across dishes, glassware, tableware, and kitchen equipment. You will support the Food and Beverage department by ensuring the dishwashing area and related stock areas remain clean, safe, and organized.

This role requires vigilance and the ability to adapt to peak hours, nights, weekends, and holidays, with bi-weekly pay and a hands-on team environment.

Qualifications

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, glassware, and utensils.
• Assist in keeping the dishwashing and prep areas sanitary and organized.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Collect used kitchenware from dining and kitchen areas.
• Load and unload dishwashing machines.
• Wash items by hand as needed.
• Store cleaned dishes and equipment properly.
• Set up workstations before meal prep.
• Monitor and report issues with washing machines.
• Maintain safe, clean work environment at all times.

Job description

Job Title: Dishwasher and General Utility

Company: Shamin Hotels

Organizational Structure

Department: Food and Beverage

Reports To: Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager

Supervision: none

Pay Structure: Paid Bi-weekly

Position Overview

The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for dishes, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other kitchen equipment. This position also ensures the dishwashing area, stocking areas, and general kitchen is maintained as a clean, safe and sanitary facility.

Essential Job Functions

• Collect used kitchenware from dining and kitchen areas
• Load and unload dishwashing machines
• Wash specific items by hand (e.g. wooden cutting boards, large pots and delicate china)
• Store clean dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately
• Set up workstations before meal prep begins
• Ensure there are always enough clean dishes, glasses and utensils, especially during peak hours
• Maintain cleaning supplies stock (e.g. detergents) and place orders when necessary
• Check washing machines’ operation and promptly report any technical/performance issues
• Remove garbage regularly
• Sanitize the kitchen area, including the floor
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times
• Flexibility to work various schedules as business demands including nights, weekends and holidays.

Top Requirements

• Team Up: Be Golden, Collaborate and Help Others Succeed.
• Own It: Be a role model, Embrace Responsibility and Keep Learning.
• Passionately Serve: Be Positive, Care Deeply and Create Memories.