Dishwasher/Kitchen Helper

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City is seeking a cafeteria worker to help provide clean dishes and support food service for staff and temple patrons.

Responsibilities include washing and sanitizing dishware, operating the dishwasher, assisting with routine tasks, and keeping work areas sanitary. Candidate should be able to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for long periods, work in wet conditions, and follow directions in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Must understand and follow directions in English.
• Able to work well with other team members.
• Able to lift/move up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes dishes, cookware, or other kitchen supplies.
• Washes dishes using dishwasher or hand washing; may organize and distribute cleaned items.
• May clean other areas in the cafeteria.
• May be assigned to another routine task.
• Disposes of trash appropriately, including food items.
• Refers complex issues to higher‑level staff.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwasher machine operation

Job description

Job Description

Cafeteria employees enable Church employees and temple patrons to focus on their most important work of bringing souls unto Jesus Christ by providing food services in a simple and affordable way.

This position exists to provide clean and sanitized dishes and cookware for the cafeteria and/or assist with other routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes dishes, cookware, or other kitchen supplies or facilities.
• Operates dishwasher or hand washes to clean dishes, silverware, glassware, and pots and pans. May organize and distribute cleaned and dried items.
• May clean other areas in the cafeteria.
• May be assigned to another routine task.
• Appropriately disposes of trash, including cooked or raw food items.
• Refers complex issues to higher‑level staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to understand and follow directions in English.
• Able to work well with other team members.
• Able to lift/move objects up to 40lbs. Able to do fast, repetitive motions, and stand for long periods of time.
• Able to work in wet conditions and in varied temperatures.
• Courtesy when dealing with others.
• Ability to obtain food handler’s permit.

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom. Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.