Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation Support / Dishwasher

Wellstar Health System; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation Support / Dishwasher in Marietta, Georgia. The role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness, supporting patient meal services, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably experience in hospital food service. Strong communication and customer service skills are required. Join us for a rewarding opportunity in a reputable health system.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language.
• Mathematical skills for basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, and pans and maintain cleanliness.
• Transport patient meal carts and ensure kitchen sanitation.
• Monitor food and equipment temperatures.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title and Provider

Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation Support / Dishwasher at Wellstar Health System

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

The primary focus of this position is Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation Support / Dishwashing. The role supports patient meal services by safely transporting patient meal carts, washing dishes, pots, and pans, basic housekeeping of kitchen areas, and occasionally providing customer service skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensures the Safety of Customers and Team Members according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and county Health Dept. Guidelines.
• Washes hands frequently and appropriately wears gloves.
• Follows infection prevention practices, including personal hygiene expectations (i.e., fingernail length and finish) and reports potential risks.
• Maintains all work areas in a clean and organized manner; free of spills and fall hazards.
• Monitors and records food and/or equipment temperatures; immediately correcting/escalating "out of range" occurrences.
• Stores food and/or supplies using proper labeling, dating and rotation methods.
• Operates equipment according to all safety guidelines and escalates any unsafe conditions (i.e., frayed electrical cords).
• Ensures Positive Service Outcomes: follows department work schedule (including weekends and holidays) and arrives at the work station prior to task start time.
• Sets up, maintains and breaks down workstation according to area requirements.
• Follows written and verbal instructions and station responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Completes area checklists and forms.
• Operates and cares for equipment according to manufacturer's and area specific guidelines.
• Remains flexible to support other team members across the department to achieve desired service outcomes.
• Engages in Efforts to Create a World Class Work Environment: follows work area's uniform specifications, i.e., clothing and shoes are neat and clean; collaborates with team members and Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the Department and Hospital; communicates in a respectful manner and in terms that are clear and concise; respects the cultural traditions of team members and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency (preferred)
• Hospital foodservice experience and customer service experience highly preferred
• Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math

Required Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred, not required)

Required Minimum Experience

Hospital foodservice experience and customer service experience (highly preferred)

Required Minimum Skills

Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math

Contact

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Recruitment

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wellstar Health System by 2x.