Dishwasher

SSH DT Portland LLC; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

SSH DT Portland LLC in South Portland, ME is seeking a full-time dishwasher to support busy hotel kitchen operations. You will wash and sanitize dishes, operate dishwashing machines, and keep the dish area clean and organized.

This entry-level role requires no prior experience; on-the-job training is provided. You must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs while following health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle repetitive tasks efficiently.
• Good physical stamina and the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Hot, humid, and often noisy kitchen environment.
• Long periods of standing, bending, and lifting.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must know the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
• Operate industrial dishwashing machines and ensure proper handling of all kitchenware.
• Maintain cleanliness of dish area, floors, trash receptacles, and other kitchen stations.
• Remove trash and recycling, and properly dispose of food waste.
• Restock clean dishes and supplies in designated areas for easy access by kitchen and service staff.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment and workstations as needed.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper chemical handling and sanitation procedures.
• Support kitchen staff with basic prep or cleaning tasks as requested.
• Keep the dishwasher clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately.
• Monitor dish machine water temperature to ensure a sanitary wash cycle.
• Keep the dish room clean and organized.
• Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by use of a hand truck.
• Perform basic food prep as needed.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as required.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

English communication

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Dishwashing machines

Job description

Description

• Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
• Operate industrial dishwashing machines and ensure proper handling of all kitchenware.
• Maintain cleanliness of dish area, floors, trash receptacles, and other kitchen stations.
• Remove trash and recycling, and properly dispose of food waste.
• Restock clean dishes and supplies in designated areas for easy access by kitchen and service staff.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment and workstations as needed.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper chemical handling and sanitation procedures.
• Support kitchen staff with basic prep or cleaning tasks as requested.
• Keep the dishwasher clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately.
• Monitor dish machine water temperature to ensure a sanitary wash cycle.
• Keep the dish room clean and organized.
• Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss.
• Segregate and remove trash and garbage, and place all in designated containers and haul to the dumpster
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by use of a hand truck.
• Perform basic food prep as needed.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as required.

Requirements

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle repetitive tasks efficiently.
• Good physical stamina and the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Hot, humid, and often noisy kitchen environment.
• Long periods of standing, bending, and lifting.
• Use of cleaning chemicals and exposure to water and steam.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must know the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.
• Ability to scrupulously follow all StepStone and hotel policies and procedures.