Kitchen Prep / Dishwasher

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Northville Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pay access anytime

Benefit stipend per pay period

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities is hiring a Kitchen Prep / Dishwasher to help deliver a great dining experience for residents. You will prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh salad bar, support the dining room, and safely wash tableware and equipment.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling and reliable teamwork, with no prior culinary experience required. You will work in a community-oriented environment focused on safety and service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• No previous culinary experience required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits as required within first two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any issues; monitor water temperatures for sanitization.
• Wash and store all tableware; keep dish room clean and ensure adequate clean items for dining room and kitchen.
• Assist in food prep areas and dining room tasks such as bussing tables and delivering room-service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools to support daily cooking tasks.
• Respond politely to food comments or complaints and report concerns to leadership.
• Perform support work and other tasks, including trash removal.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

As a Kitchen Prep / Dishwasher, you play a key part in creating a great dining experience for residents. You’ll prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh, appealing salad bar that helps start each lunch and dinner on a positive note. In the dining room, you’ll support residents with friendly service and keep tables clean. You’ll also help keep our community safe by carefully washing and sanitizing tableware, cookware, and equipment.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent schedule of Tuesday-Saturday 11:30am to 8:00pm.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• No previous culinary experience is required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits as required by local ordinances within first two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; and monitor/log water temperatures to ensure proper sanitization.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware with care; maintain a clean, organized dish room and ensure adequate levels of clean items for the dining room and kitchen.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as needed, and assist in the dining room by bussing tables, filling water carafes, preparing tables before meals, and delivering room‑service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools, including sharp utensils and small appliances to support daily food preparation.
• Listen and respond politely to food comments or complaints and report any concerns to leadership right away.
• Perform support work and any additional tasks, including trash removal.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Serve with Heart?

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