Dishwasher - Niagara Falls Culinary Institute

SUNY Co; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Niagara's Niagara Falls Culinary Institute in Niagara Falls, NY is seeking a Dishwasher for Savor Restaurant; responsibilities include washing dishes, pots, cambros; maintain cleanliness; shifts 2:30pm-11pm Mon, Wed, Fri and 12:30pm-9pm Tue/Thu; overtime possible; Saturdays occasional.

We offer steady 40-hour weeks with NYS retirement and generous benefits; environment supports culinary students and staff; applicant should be dependable and able to lift heavy objects; insurance and paid

Responsibilities

• Washes dishes and cooking equipment such as large pots, pans and cambros;
• Scrubs pots, pans and cambros and either hand washes or utilizes an automatic dishwasher as appropriate to clean and disinfect the items;
• Puts cooking equipment away in its proper place once it is cleaned and dried;
• Maintains the dish room by cleaning and disinfecting the dishwasher and surrounding area;
• Sweeps, mops, and cleans kitchen-area floors, cooler floors, etc.;
• Receives used cambros and equipment and carts them to the dishwashing room;
• Assists with the loading of full cambros onto carts and moves them to the loading area;
• Takes out garbage;
• Shovels snow when assigned

Job description

Dishwasher - Niagara Falls Culinary Institute

Position Title Dishwasher - Niagara Falls Culinary Institute

Position Category

Position Status 12 Month

FLSA Non-Exempt

Advertised Salary $17.10 per hour

Department

Working Hours 40 hours per week

Niagara Falls Culinary Institute ( NFCI ) located in the heart of Niagara Falls is seeking a dedicated and reliable Dishwasher to join our team. As a Dishwasher, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our kitchen in the Savor Restaurant, ensuring a smooth operation for our culinary students and staff. If you are a dependable and motivated individual who takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. The incumbent is responsible for washing dishes, large pots, pans and cambros; cleaning the kitchen area, utensils and equipment; and cleaning floors. The incumbent is expected to lift heavy objects such as large pots, pans, and cambros on a frequent basis. This position will provide a steady and consistent 40 hour work week with overtime opportunities. Shifts will be in the evening, 2:30pm -11pm on Monday, Wednesday & Fridays and 12:30pm – 9pm on Tuesday and Thursdays as well. Occasionally this position will be required to work on Saturdays as well. SUNY Niagara provides phenomenal benefits for our employees. These benefits are part of a total compensation package comprised of more than just a salary which includes participation in the NYS Retirement System. At SUNY Niagara you will have access to benefits that not only cover you and your family’s health but also your well-being as we understand the importance of allowing our employees to have a healthy work life balance by providing our employees with very generous paid time off such as vacation, personal and sick days, including campus wide shutdown periods in the Winter and Spring and four-day workweeks in the summer. Please visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/hr/benefits/ to view our benefit offerings.

Typical Work Activities

1. Washes dishes and cooking equipment such as large pots, pans and cambros;
2. Scrubs pots, pans and cambros and either hand washes or utilizes an automatic dishwasher as appropriate to clean and disinfect the items;
3. Puts cooking equipment away in its proper place once it is cleaned and dried;
4. Maintains the dish room by cleaning and disinfecting the dishwasher and surrounding area;
5. Sweeps, mops, and cleans kitchen-area floors, cooler floors, etc.;
6. Receives used cambros and equipment and carts them to the dishwashing room;
7. Assists with the loading of full cambros onto carts and moves them to the loading area;
8. Takes out garbage;
9. Shovels snow when assigned

Working knowledge of the proper methods of storing and serving food and/or the care of cooking implements (pots, pans, etc.), insulated cambros and kitchen appliances; working knowledge of modern cleaning methods and the use of cleaning supplies and appliances; ability to follow simple oral and written directions; ability to lift heavy objects on a frequent basis; physical strength and stamina; willingness to be exposed to hot temperatures, dust, dirt, grease, grime, and offensive odors; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

Required Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications

License(s)/Certifications

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Number S365P

Open Date 10/29/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Human Resources A261 Notar Administration Building 3111 Saunders Settlement Road Sanborn, NY 14132 Phone - 716-614-5950, Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.