Dishwasher - Sanitation Aide

Baystate Health; Westfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Affordable health coverage

Job summary

Baystate Health in Westfield, MA is seeking a Dishwasher-Sanitation Aide to join Baystate Noble Hospital. This full-time role on the 1st shift supports daily patient meals and hospital-wide sanitation.

You will operate the dishwashing area, follow safe chemical practices, and maintain logs for temperature, QA, and HACCP compliance, with occasional light food prep.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and ServSafe training; prior hospital or food service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HiSET preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safe, sanitary dishroom operation and equipment handling.
• Follow HACCP, QA, and temperature logs; maintain hygiene standards.
• Assemble patient meal trays according to diet orders and allergies.
• Perform light food prep and other duties as needed in a fast-paced kitchen.

Education

High School Diploma/GED/HiSET

ServSafe certification

Job description

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Noble Hospital is looking for a Dishwasher- Sanitation Aide to join our team in Westfield, MA!

Department Description

Team oriented Peer support Fast-paced work environment

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours/week 1st shift, Monday-Friday 10:30am-7pm, Every other weekend rotation

Location

Baystate Noble Hospital Westfield, MA Onsite parking

Job Specific Duties/Responsibilities

Safe, sanitary food safety and equipment techniques. Use of gloves when setting up trays, following policies for effective use of mechanical cleaning of plates, pots and pans and silverware. Utilization of temp logs and organization of clean items so they do not come in contact with dirty items etc. Able to perform all five main dish-room tasks. Tray assembly, cart delivery/retrieval (that includes knowledge of all units in hospital), tray removal, loading and unloading. Use of conveyor-type dish machine. Accurately assembles patient meal trays that are in compliance with diet orders and food allergies. Practices safe food handling including maintaining appropriate food temperature, hand washing and personal hygiene. Utilizes First In, First Out rotation system. Maintains temperature, QC and QA logs as directed by HACCP, JCAHO and DPH regulations, and Executive Chef or designee directives. Cleans and sanitizes all equipment and floors at end of night or shift. Safe use of chemicals used in dish room. Follows Quality Assurance charts for accurate ratio of water to chemicals used for sanitizing where applicable. Cleans and sanitizes all equipment and floors at end of night or shift. Safe use of chemicals used in dish room. Follows Quality Assurance charts for accurate ratio of water to chemicals used for sanitizing where applicable. Perform other duties/assignments that are necessary without advanced notice in a fast paced kitchen environment to include: food prep, special cleaning projects, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HiSet preferred
• ServSafe certification preferred

Advantages of Working with Baystate!

Earn more from day one with competitive pay and affordable health coverage that includes Wellness and Massage reimbursements Prioritize balance with a competitive PTO package that expands as you build your career with us Invest in your future with adoption assistance, tuition support, continuing education, and career development resources Build long-term financial security through a retirement plan company match and growing annual company contributions Support for life beyond work, including first-time home-buyer assistance and free financial coaching Well-being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs Everyday benefits that matter with a wide range of Voluntary Benefits Peace of mind built in with company-paid basic life insurance Easy access to work with onsite parking available at select locations.

Education: GED or HiSET, Non-Graduate Certifications: ServSave Food Handlers Certified - ServSafe National Restaurant Association

Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $16.34 - $18.78 - $21.46

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England's leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children's Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield