Hospital Dishroom Associate - Dishes & Sanitation

Riley Children's Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Riley Children’s Health in Indianapolis’ Riley Children’s Hospital is seeking a part-time Dishwasher to support the food service team. The role focuses on washing dishes with a large dish machine and a three-compartment sink, and transporting carts from patient floors to the dish area.

This position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 80% of the time, and wearing protective gear. It offers weekend/holiday rotation and is essential to maintaining a clean, safe cafeteria environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred.
• No experience required. Prior food service experience is preferred.
• Requires the ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment/clothing required by the environment or government regulations such as gowns, gloves, goggles, rubber-soled closed-toe footwear, etc.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain both commercial dishwashing equipment and a three-compartment sink to effectively clean and sanitize dishes, cookware, and utensils.
• Collect soiled carts and meal service items from patient care units and transport them to the dish room for cleaning and processing.
• Remove and dispose of waste throughout the cafeteria and food service areas to support a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

Skills

Dishwashing

Food safety

Physical stamina

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Riley Children’s Health in Indianapolis’ Riley Children’s Hospital is seeking a part-time Dishwasher to support the food service team. The role focuses on washing dishes with a large dish machine and a three-compartment sink, and transporting carts from patient floors to the dish area.

This position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 80% of the time, and wearing protective gear. It offers weekend/holiday rotation and is essential to maintaining a clean, safe cafeteria environment.