Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep

Mainerafting; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Access to pay anytime

$341 benefit stipend per pay period

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Mainerafting in Portland, Maine is looking for a Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep to assist in creating a great dining experience. Responsibilities include operating the dish machine, cleaning kitchenware, and supporting food preparation. Candidates need to be 18+, able to work a consistent schedule, and must obtain food handler permits.

The role offers competitive compensation, a $341 benefit stipend for health options, paid time off, and a 401(k) with employer matching among other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Able to obtain food handler permits as required by local ordinances within the first two weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine and monitor/log water temperatures to ensure proper sanitization.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware with care.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as needed.
• Safely use kitchen tools and appliances to support daily food preparation.
• Listen and respond politely to food comments or complaints.

Job description

About the Role

As the Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep, you play a key part in creing a gre dining experience for our residents. You’ll prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh, appealing salad bar th helps start each day on a positive note. In the dining room, you’ll support residents with friendly service and keep tables clean. You’ll also help keep our community safe by carefully washing and sanitizing tableware, cookware, and equipment.

We’re Looking For

• Must be least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent schedule: Sunday-Thursday 6:30am to 3:00pm.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• No previous culinary experience is required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits as required by local ordinances within first two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Opere the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; and monitor/log wer temperures to ensure proper sanitizion.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware with care; maintain a clean, organized dish room and ensure adequate levels of clean items for the dining room and kitchen.
• Clean food preparion and production areas as needed, and assist in the dining room by bussing tables, filling wer carafes, preparing tables before meals, and delivering room‑service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools, including sharp utensils and small appliances to support daily food preparion.
• Listen and respond politely to food comments or complaints and report any concerns to leadership right away.
• Perform support work and any additional tasks, including trash removal.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compension and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer mch

EOE/ADA