Federal Work Study - Culinary Arts & Hospitality Dishwasher

Elgin Community College; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Elgin Community College is seeking a part-time dishwashing worker for the Spartan Terrace Restaurant, supporting the culinary team during class hours and events. This role involves cleaning, organizing, and assisting with basic kitchen tasks while maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Hourly pay starts at $15.00, and the position is non-exempt. Training is provided and the successful candidate will lift up to 40 lbs, stand for long periods, and follow instructor directions to support student

Qualifications

• Will train
• Ability to take direction from Chef Instructor(s)
• Ability to lift 40LBS, bend, twist

Responsibilities

• Sort and wash china
• Wash glassware
• Sort and wash silverware
• Wash misc. kitchen equipment as needed
• Put clean dish items away
• Assist with food prep as needed

Skills

Training provided

Direction following

Lift 40 lbs

Job description

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Approximately 6 - 20 hours. It varies based on events scheduled for the week or weekend.

Rate of Pay:

$15.00

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Grant Funded:

Yes

Job Summary:

Work automated dishwashing machine for the CUL 208 class, Spartan Terrace Restaurant before, during and after restaurant hours.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Will train
• Ability to take direction from Chef Instructor(s)
• Ability to lift 40LBS, bend, twist

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Student in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality department with full uniform preferred

Essential Duties:

• 1. Sort and wash china
• 2. Wash glassware
• 3. Sort and wash silverware
• 4. Wash misc. kitchen equipment as needed
• 5. Put clean dish items away
• 6. Assist with food prep as needed

Other Duties:

Other duties assigned that pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands:

Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly)

Visual Acuity:

Visual acuity (arm's length)

Work Environment:

Loud noise

Environmental Conditions:

Wet or humid (non-weather related)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.