Dishwasher- High School

Gilbert; Gilbert (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Gilbert High School in Gilbert, Iowa is seeking a part-time High School Dishwasher to support meal service by keeping dishes, utensils, and cookware clean and ready for service. The role reports to the Kitchen Manager and Food Service Director and is scheduled for 2.5 hours per day.

You will follow sanitation procedures, operate the school dishwasher, restock supplies, and assist with meal service as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy school kitchen.
• Attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail.
• Previous food service or dishwashing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and store dishes, trays, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate the commercial dishwasher and follow temperature/sanitizer procedures.
• Collect and organize used trays and dishes during meal service.
• Clean and sanitize dishwashing areas, sinks, counters, and kitchen surfaces.
• Empty trash and recycling and clean containers as assigned.
• Sweep and mop floors and help maintain clean serving and storage areas.
• Restock clean trays, utensils, and supplies for meal service.
• Report equipment problems, sanitation concerns, and supply needs to the Kitchen Manager.
• Follow district food safety procedures and all health department requirements.
• Assist with meal service and other kitchen support tasks as needed.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen staff and interact courteously with students and staff.

Skills

High school diploma

Instruction following

Teamwork

Attention to cleanliness

Dishwashing experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dishwasher- High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5938821

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 3:23 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: High School Dishwasher
Reports to: High School Kitchen Manager and Food Service Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Status: Part time, 2.5 hours per day

Basic Function

The High School Dishwasher keeps dishes, utensils, equipment, and kitchen areas clean and ready for meal service. This position supports a safe, organized kitchen and helps the food service team serve students efficiently.

Essential Functions

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, trays, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate the commercial dishwasher and follow procedures for water temperature, sanitizer use, and safe equipment operation.
• Collect and organize used trays and dishes during meal service.
• Clean and sanitize dishwashing areas, sinks, counters, carts, and other assigned kitchen surfaces.
• Empty trash and recycling and clean containers as assigned.
• Sweep and mop floors and help maintain clean serving and storage areas.
• Restock clean trays, utensils, and other supplies needed for meal service.
• Report equipment problems, sanitation concerns, and supply needs to the Kitchen Manager.
• Follow district food safety procedures and all applicable health department requirements.
• Assist with meal service and other kitchen support tasks as needed.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen staff and interact courteously with students and staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Specifications/Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy school kitchen.
• Attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail.
• Previous food service or dishwashing experience preferred but not required.

Physical, Mental, and Visual Effort

Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand movements. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a school kitchen and dishwashing area. The position involves exposure to water, heat, steam, noise, cleaning chemicals, and commercial kitchen equipment. Regular workdays follow the Board-approved school calendar.

Position Options

This position is scheduled for 2.5 hours per day. It may be combined with High School Point of Sale duties to create a 4-hour-per-day position, depending on staffing needs and the selected candidate's qualifications.

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Vic Vanderpool
• 103 Matthews Dr
• Gilbert, Iowa , Iowa 50105-1024
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]