Dishwasher

Wingate Living; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Wingate Living in Needham Heights, MA, is seeking a part-time Dishwasher for Fri & Sat evenings (1:00-9:00 pm) at $18 per hour. This role supports the Dining Department under the Executive Chef, handling dishwashing, cleaning, and basic kitchen support.

Ideal candidates are reliable, punctual, and team-focused, with a preference for prior dietary service or healthcare exposure. Training and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in dietary service or healthcare settings preferred.
• Reliable, punctual, able to work in fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform dishwashing and cleaning in the dining department.
• Wash dishes, tableware, glasses, and store properly.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen equipment and storage areas.
• Help with serving and pouring beverages as needed.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and fire safety procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Report supply or equipment needs to supervisor.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Cleanliness

Punctuality

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedule: Friday & Saturday 1:00-9:00 pm

Salary:$18 per hour

Your Career. Your Calling. Our Commitment to Exceptional Care.

At Wingate Living, we're more than just senior living--we're builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you'll be proud to be part of. As a family-owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services.

Join us, and bring your passion, expertise, and heart to a team that truly values you.

Job Purpose:

The Dishwasher performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dining Department and is accountable to the Executive Chef. In the absence of the Executive Chef, Dishwasher is accountable to the Cook.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform defined work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment, as assigned by the Executive Chef. Work routines may include removing trays from dining or resident rooms once residents have completed the meal, taking trays and dishes to the dish room, dishwashing, pot and pan washing, and cleaning.
• Washes dishes, tableware, glasses, and other kitchen and dining room equipment and assures they are stored in an orderly fashion.
• Required to wash all pots, pans and cooking utensils used to prepare a meal.
• Required to assist in the cleaning of the kitchen equipment, food storage area, and supply areas according to the facility schedule.
• Required to assist in cleaning work areas, dining room floor, dining room tables, and dining room chairs after each meal and occasionally after special events, sweep and mop floor at the end of shift.
• Required to perform duties in a swift and orderly fashion in order to accomplish tasks in allotted time.
• Follow established reporting procedures for the following:
  • Inform supervisor of supply or equipment needs.
  • Any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring, or tiling requiring replacement or repair.
  • Any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment.
  • Any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.
• Clean equipment and work areas as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies.
• Attend scheduled department staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Attend inservice educational programs.
• Follow defined safety codes while performing all duties.
• Follow defined Infection Control procedures.
• Follow defined safety codes while performing all duties.
• Understand community's fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Be knowledgeable of federal, state, and community's rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Perform other department duties or special assignments as directed by the Executive Chef.
• May assist with serving and pouring beverages at meals.
• Uphold Wingate’s “Five Star” customer service approach in every aspect of the job.
• Required to perform duties efficiently in order to accomplish tasks in allotted time.
• Attend in-service educational programs.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Reports to the appropriate managers any known or suspected violations of policy and procedures, regulations or standards of conduct.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous dietary service experience preferred, ideally in healthcare, hospitality, or senior living.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, detail, and organization.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.