Kitchen Utility Aide/Dishwasher

Lake Seminole Square; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

DailyPay

Paid Time Off

Free Employee meals

Flexible Spending Account

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sedgebrook in Lincolnshire, IL is hiring a Kitchen Utility Aide / Dishwasher. This entry-level role offers reliable hours, on-the-job training, and benefits for full-time staff. No prior experience required; you’ll join a supportive culinary team behind our dining services.

Key duties include washing dishes, maintaining sanitation, and assisting with general kitchen cleaning. Compensation is $16.00-$17.00 per hour plus benefits, with weekday shifts and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• No experience is required; on-the-job training provided.
• Entry-level kitchen role with opportunities for growth.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Set up and maintain dishwashing and pot-washing stations
• Clean and sanitize floors, work surfaces, and food service equipment
• Properly store clean dishes, cookware, and kitchen tools
• Remove trash and assist with general kitchen cleaning duties
• Follow all sanitation and safety procedures

Skills

Reliability

Fast-paced environment

English comprehension

Teamwork

Background check

Job description

Title: Kitchen Utility Aide / Dishwasher

Pay: $16.00-$17.00/hour (based on experience) + benefits and perks!

Job Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time Hourly

Schedule & Hours: Weekdays and rotating weekends, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join the Sedgebrook Team

At Sedgebrook, you'll be part of a welcoming, supportive team, in a clean, organized senior living community. No experience is required. We'll provide training for dependable individuals who are eager to learn, work hard, and be part of a team that makes a difference every day.

The Kitchen Utility Aide / Dishwasher plays an important role in keeping our dining services operation running smoothly by maintaining clean dishes, kitchen equipment, and work areas. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity with consistent hours, great benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Why Sedgebrook?

• Supportive team environment
• Stable, year-round employment with consistent hours
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• Beautiful senior living campus in Lincolnshire

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (effective the 1st of the month following hire)
• 401(k) with company match
• DailyPay - Access Your Pay When You Need It
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Free Employee meals During Shifts
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What You'll Do

• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Set up and maintain dishwashing and pot-washing stations
• Clean and sanitize floors, work surfaces, and food service equipment
• Properly store clean dishes, cookware, and kitchen tools
• Remove trash and assist with general kitchen cleaning duties
• Follow all sanitation and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must pass a background check and drug screen

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for the majority of the shift
• Lift up to 35 pounds regularly
• Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds
• Frequent bend, reach, stoop, and twist
• Work safely around industrial cleaning chemicals and hot water

Sedgebrook is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and a non-smoking, pet-friendly campus.