The part-time dishwasher/kitchen assistant provides dependable support for church meals, receptions, meetings, and other special events by maintaining clean and sanitary dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment. This position helps ensure that the kitchen and event service areas remain clean, organized and ready for use throughout the event.
The ideal candidate is dependable, works well with volunteers and staff, takes pride in maintaining a clean environment, and is able to work efficiently in a busy event setting.
- Dishwashing & keuken cleaning
- Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
- Operate the commercial sanitizer and other kitchen equipment as trained.
- Keep the dishwashing area clean and organized throughout the event.
- Return kitchen equipment, dishes, and supplies to their designated locations.
- Complete light prep work, as needed, for events
Special Event Support
- Arrive on time and prepared for assigned events.
- Work cooperatively with kitchen volunteers, clergy and staff
- Provide timely dishwashing support during meals so that clean items remain available for continued service.
- Assist with end-of-event cleanup and kitchen closing procedures.
- Help ensure the kitchen is left clean, orderly, and ready for the next use.
Food Safety & Sanitation
- Follow church policies and established food-safety and sanitation procedures.
- Properly handle dishes, cookware, cleaning products, and kitchen equipment.
- Follow instructions regarding the safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
Other Responsibilities
- Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward parishioners, volunteers, and staff.
- Perform other reasonable duties related to special events and kitchen operation as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous dishwashing, kitchen, hospitality, or food-service experience preferred but not required.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.
- Ability to work cooperatively with a variety of staff members and volunteers.
- Commitment to maintaining a welcoming, respectful, and service-oriented environment.
Working Conditions
- Work takes place primarily in the church kitchen.
- Position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying.
- Work may involve exposure to hot water, steam, cleaning chemicals, wet floors, and heavy cookware.
- Evening and weekend availability is required based on the church’s special event schedule.
Hours and compensation
This is an as-needed, part-time position. Primarily evenings, weekends, and special events. Hours will vary depending on the church’s special event schedule and operational needs.
Hourly Rate: $12/hour