Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep

Resort Lifestyle Communities; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package including Health, and

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

FSA

LSA

Accident & Hospital indemnity

Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities in Maine is hiring a Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep to support residents' dining experiences. You will wash and sanitize tableware, stock the salad bar, and assist in keeping areas clean.

No culinary experience is required; the role starts with a 6:30am to 3:00pm Sunday-Thursday schedule and requires you to be 18+ and able to read and understand basic English. A food handler permit may be required within two weeks of first day.

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 first two (2) weeks of first day of employment.
• No previous culinary experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine and report mechanical issues.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware; maintain a clean dish room.
• Clean food prep areas and assist in dining room duties like bussing tables and delivering room-service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools to support daily food preparation.
• Respond politely to food comments or complaints and report concerns to leadership.
• Perform support work including trash removal.

Skills

English literacy

Team player

Reliable

Job description

About the Role

As the Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep, you play a key part in creating a great dining experience for our residents. You’ll prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh, appealing salad bar that 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; and monitor/log water temperatures to ensure proper sanitization.
• 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 preparation and production areas as needed, and assist in the dining room by bussing tables, filling water 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 preparation.
• 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.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at 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.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation 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 match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Serve with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family. and our Team will follow up soon!

EOE/ADA