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Solera Senior Living; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate pay

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical/dental/vision

Life and disability benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Solera Senior Living in Pennsylvania is seeking a compassionate Dishwasher to support the Culinary Services team. You will maintain clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and dining areas, helping meals reach residents in a safe, welcoming environment.

No heavy experience required; six months preferred. You will follow food-safety policies, assist with basic prep and dining room support, and work with a friendly team committed to resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of dishwashing or utility experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and detail-focused.
• Displays integrity, professionalism, and respect for residents and coworkers.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for the well‑being of older adults and their families.
• Annual flu vaccination required (medical or religious exemptions considered).

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and organization in all kitchen and food service areas.
• Operate and maintain the ware-washing system, including setup and breakdown.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize work surfaces, equipment, and kitchen areas according to policy.
• Store food and non-food supplies properly.
• Assist with table setup, clearing tables, and supporting dining service as needed.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and resident rights policies at all times.
• Represent the community in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
• Work cooperatively with culinary team members and other departments.
• Attend required in-services, meetings, and trainings.
• Follow all community safety policies and report hazards or concerns promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and community information.
• Report to work as scheduled and demonstrate reliability and punctuality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Dishwashing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Following instructions

Professionalism

Job description

Love to make a difference in the lives of seniors?
At Solera Senior Living, we are guided by our Core Values — Compassion, Commitment, Communication, and Creativity — which shape our decision-making at every level of the company. We’re looking for compassionate, service-minded individuals who want to be part of something meaningful.

What can Solera offer you?

• A company that’s growing so you can grow too!
• Get paid immediately — no more waiting for paycheck Friday!
• Tuition reimbursement if you’re looking to continue your education
• A great team of co-workers who feel like family
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Perks and discount programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Position Summary

The Dishwasher supports the Culinary Services team by maintaining clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and dining areas. This role is essential to ensuring food service operations run smoothly and residents receive meals in a safe and welcoming environment. Dishwashers may also assist with basic food prep and dining room support as needed.

Dishwasher Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and organization in all kitchen and food service areas.
• Operate and maintain the ware-washing system, including setup and breakdown.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize work surfaces, equipment, and kitchen areas according to policy.
• Store food and non-food supplies properly.
• Assist with table setup, clearing tables, and supporting dining service as needed.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and resident rights policies at all times.
• Represent the community in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
• Work cooperatively with culinary team members and other departments.
• Attend required in-services, meetings, and trainings.
• Follow all community safety policies and report hazards or concerns promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and community information.
• Report to work as scheduled and demonstrate reliability and punctuality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of dishwashing or utility experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and detail-focused.
• Displays integrity, professionalism, and respect for residents and coworkers.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for the well‑being of older adults and their families.
• Annual flu vaccination required (medical or religious exemptions considered).

At Echo Lake, we’ve partnered with MemoMate, an AI-powered virtual interviewer, to make the first step in our hiring process simple, convenient, and engaging for all candidates.

Solera Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.