Dishwashers and Kitchen Helpers

Basin Harbor; Vergennes (VT); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A lakeside retreat is seeking Seasonal Dishwashers and Kitchen Helpers for the summer season from May to October 2026. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness, supporting food prep, and ensuring a steady supply of clean wares. Ideal candidates should have dishwashing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a team. Long shifts may include evenings and weekends, and physical demands include lifting up to 20 lbs frequently.

Qualifications

• Prior cleaning or dishwashing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow safety data sheet instructions for potentially hazardous products.
• Must maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Support the culinary team during high-volume periods.
• Assist with food preparation and inventory organization.

Skills

Dishwashing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Come join the Basin Harbor team as we celebrate our 140th year - a milestone we’re honored to celebrate with our cherished community. We have plenty in store, from new experiences and enhancements to time-honored traditions that continue to make this lakeside retreat so special!

Position

Seasonal Dishwashers and Kitchen Helpers to join us for the upcoming summer season from May through October, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Dishwashers and Kitchen Helpers are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen by sanitizing all dishes, glassware, and cooking equipment.
• They support the culinary team by ensuring a steady supply of clean wares, especially during high-volume periods.
• They also help with food preparation and inventory organization.

Requirements

• Understanding the need for proper etiquette and service standards
• Prior cleaning or dishwashing experience preferred
• Able to take direction and work in a team environment
• Attention to detail, efficient, and able to perform multiple tasks systematically in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read and follow safety data sheet instructions for potentially hazardous products used in daily work
• Employees must maintain a clean, well-kept, professional appearance
• Shift work may be long and varied, including evening and weekends; full-shift walking and standing required
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently throughout shift

Basin Harbor conducts pre-employment criminal background and reference checks on all employees.