Dishwasher - Full Time

Wiley Creek Senior Living; Sweet Home (OR); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiley Creek Senior Living in Sweet Home, Oregon is seeking a Kitchen Attendant to wash dishes and maintain overall cleanliness in the kitchen to support daily meal service in a healthcare setting.

This full-time role requires adherence to sanitary practices, proper waste disposal, and cooperative teamwork with the culinary staff to ensure a safe dining environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in similar facility or food service.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and sanitary kitchen practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain cleanliness per standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness by ensuring all kitchen areas, including floors, equipment, and worksurfaces are clean and sanitized according to health and safety standards.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cooking instruments, and other kitchen equipment to prevent the spread of germs.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables in an efficient and hygienic manner, following facility protocols.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and managing inventory, including food supplies, kitchen utensils, and cleaning products, ensuring that stock levels are maintained and organized.
• Assist in set-up and break-down of service areas for meals, including cleaning and preparing dining areas before and after service.
• Address any issues or concerns related to meal service promptly and effectively.
• Provide support during special events or functions, such as holiday meals or catered events.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Skills

Kitchen sanitation

Food safety basics

Communication with residents

Waste management

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Sweet Home, OR 97386

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY

The Kitchen Attendant is responsible for washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment. They maintain overall cleanliness in the kitchen area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain cleanliness by ensuring all kitchen areas, including floors, equipment, and worksurfaces are clean and sanitized according to health and safety standards.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cooking instruments, and other kitchen equipment to prevent the spread of germs.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables in an efficient and hygienic manner, following facility protocols.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and managing inventory, including food supplies, kitchen utensils, and cleaning products, ensuring that stock levels are maintained and organized.
• Assist in set-up and break-down of service areas for meals, including cleaning and preparing dining areas before and after service.
• Address any issues or concerns related to meal service promptly and effectively.
• Provide support during special events or functions, such as holiday meals or catered events.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in similar facility or food service.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding the proper techniques for cleaning kitchen equipment and maintaining a sanitary environment, critical in healthcare-related settings to prevent foodborne illness.
• Having positive and effective communication skills with residents and culinary team.
• Understanding of how to effectively manage waste, including sorting and disposing of recyclables, compostables, and garbage.
• Ability to meticulously follow instructions for cleaning and maintenance tasks, ensuring that all areas meet the required standards of cleanliness and organization.
• Basic communication skills to interact with culinary and other staff effectively, ensuring clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities.
• Basic problem-solving skills to address common issues that may arise, such as equipment malfunctions or unexpected shortages of cleaning supplies.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and infection control measures.
• Understanding of basic food safety and sanitation principles.
• Capability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations.
• Problem-solving abilities to promptly address concerns or complaints, with the ability to quickly pivot from one task to the next.