Kitchen Utility Associate — Fast-Paced Dish & Free Meals

Cogir Senior Living; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Training & growth opportunities

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Sick Leave

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Kitchen Utility Associate (Dishwasher) to support the community’s dining program. You will wash, sanitize, and prep dishware for meals, ensuring timely service for residents in a fast-paced environment.

There is a need for reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to stand for long periods. Benefits include competitive wages and opportunities for growth within the senior living network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Food Handler Card is a nice-to-have.
• Prior experience in dishwasher or kitchen support is a plus; healthcare/hospitality exposure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment per protocols.
• Ensure items are dried and stored in designated areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of the dishwashing area with sweeping and mopping.
• Promptly remove trash, recycling, and food waste to keep the kitchen organized.
• Clean mats and garbage pails.
• Sanitize food prep surfaces, storage areas, and equipment as needed.
• Support kitchen staff during meal prep by replenishing supplies and equipment.
• Resupply chemicals, towel dispensers, and soap dispensers for sanitation.

Skills

Dishwashing

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Lift up to 50 pounds

Hospitality experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Kitchen Utility Associate (Dishwasher) to support the community’s dining program. You will wash, sanitize, and prep dishware for meals, ensuring timely service for residents in a fast-paced environment.

There is a need for reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to stand for long periods. Benefits include competitive wages and opportunities for growth within the senior living network.