Dishwasher (Utility Associate)

Fox Ridge Little Rock -; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance and Vol. 2

Paid Time off and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Fox Ridge Chenal in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Community Utility Associate to support food service operations in a clean, sanitary kitchen. You will wash dishes, pots and pans, help with storage and rotation of supplies, and assist with meal service under the Community Cook and Food & Beverage Director.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety procedures, and reliable attendance. Weekend/holiday shifts and varied hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred or GED accepted.
• Some kitchen experience desirable.
• Basic knife skills required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Physically able to bend, reach, and lift up to 40-50 pounds.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Washes dishes, pots and pans, and maintains sanitary kitchen conditions.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and assigned areas.
• Operates kitchen appliances such as garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, and ice machine.
• Assists with food preparation, inventory, and stocking shelves as needed.
• Follows all safety procedures and communicates with staff.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

About Fox Ridge Chenal

We are a premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Little Rock, Arkansas, proudly part of the AgeWell Solvere Living family.

At Fox Ridge, we see our team members as valued members of our extended family - encouraged to share ideas, grow within our communities, and build fulfilling careers. Our commitment to excellence and compassion extends beyond resident care to staff development and engagement. Working here isn't just a job - it's a career that truly makes a difference!

What we Offer

As a certified Great Place to Work for 8 years in a row, AgeWell Solvere Living proudly provides:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Paid Time off and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Inspiration lives here. At AgeWell Solvere Living, we don't just offer jobs - we create opportunities for growth and purpose. Just as we honor the legacies of our residents, we celebrate the dreams and aspirations of our team members. Imagine a workplace where your contributions make a real impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported - that's the heart of our culture; we invite you to become part of a dynamic team that champions your potential.Just as we honor the legacies of those who reside in our communities, we celebrate the dreams of those who work alongside us. Imagine a workplace where your efforts make a meaningful impact on lives, where your ideas are valued, and your growth is nurtured. That's the spirit of our culture - supportive, inclusive, and empowering.

Job Summary:

The Community UtilityAssociate performs a variety of food service functions in maintaining clean and sanitary conditions of Community food services, facilities, and equipment.He/she is responsible for washing dishes, washing pots and pans , general and equipmentcleaning, storage and rotation of food and supplies as well as the removal of all garbage; leaving machinery empty, clean, and dry;and keeping floors clean after each meal.

Responsibilities:

• Follows the posted work schedule andarrives on time and in appropriate work attire.
• Responsible for the proper washing ofchina, flatware, glassware, and other kitchen equipment including machine rinsepressure and water temperature.
• Responsible for maintaining thekitchen and other assigned areas in a sanitary condition.
• Establishes and maintainsconstructive working relationships with other kitchen personnel and residents.
• Must be familiar with food-handlingprocedures and regulations.
• Must know how to operate kitchenappliances such as garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, and ice machine.
• May be required to help with foodpreparation, inventory, and maintenance as well as food deliveries and stockingshelves.
• Follow all emergency procedures.
• Understands all safety practices andprocedures.
• Reports on-the-job injuries to the Community Cook and/or Food & Beverage Director before the end of the workshift on the day the injury occurs.
• Communicates effectively with Food& Beverage Director and other staff.
• Advises Food & Beverage Directorof any changes in physical or mental health of a resident immediately.
• Maintains an acceptableattendance record, notifies Food & Beverage Director if he/she expectsto be late or unable to work in accordance with personnel policies, andfollows work schedule.

Qualifications:

• HighSchool diploma preferred/ GED accepted.
• Some kitchen experience is desirable.
• Basic knife skills required.
• Abilityto handle multiple priorities.
• Musthave organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving anddecision-making skills.
• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull andlift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.
• Physically able to standfor extended periods of time.

Miscellaneous

• May be required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• May be required to work extended hours (up to 16 hours per day).
• May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis B and C viruses.
• Could be subject to hostile and emotionally upset Residents due to mental status.
• Must be in good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.
• Background, criminal, and drug tests may be required.
• May be asked to submit to random drug test during employment.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.