Kitchen Sanitation & Dish Prep Associate

Meals on Wheels; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Meals on Wheels in Illinois seeks a friendly Dishwasher to support meal preparation by keeping dishes, utensils, and equipment clean and ready for use.

You will wash and sanitize items, maintain sanitary work areas, and assist with cleanup before, during, and after cooking. The role emphasizes safety and teamwork with staff and volunteers.

This role offers the opportunity to serve seniors in the community and grow within a caring Meals on Wheels team.

Qualifications

• Previous dishwashing or kitchen experience is an asset but not required.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to follow instructions and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Good organizational skills.
• Friendly, respectful, and patient when working with staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, dry, and put away dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Keep sinks, counters, tables, and other kitchen work areas clean and sanitary.
• Clean cooking equipment and other kitchen items as required.
• Assist with general kitchen cleanup before, during, and after meal preparation.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors as required.
• Empty garbage and recycling and keep disposal areas clean.
• Ensure cleaned dishes and equipment are properly stored.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Use cleaning products and equipment safely.
• Help prevent cross-contamination by following proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures.
• Report damaged equipment, safety concerns, or shortages of cleaning supplies to the Kitchen Supervisor or Coordinator.
• Assist the kitchen staff with other reasonable duties when required.
• Maintain a respectful and positive attitude when working with staff and Meals on Wheels volunteers.

Skills

Dishwashing experience

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Instruction following

Organizational skills

Job description

Meals on Wheels in Illinois seeks a friendly Dishwasher to support meal preparation by keeping dishes, utensils, and equipment clean and ready for use.

You will wash and sanitize items, maintain sanitary work areas, and assist with cleanup before, during, and after cooking. The role emphasizes safety and teamwork with staff and volunteers.

This role offers the opportunity to serve seniors in the community and grow within a caring Meals on Wheels team.