Kitchen Utility | Dishwasher

American Food & Vending; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Employee meal & beverage during shift

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours and shifts ( Some roles

Uniforms and Safety Shoes provided

Learning and advancement opportunities

Job summary

American Dining Creations is seeking a Dish Room Attendant to support kitchen staff with dishwashing, cleaning, and janitorial duties. The role involves washing dishes and appliances, emptying trash, cleaning floors, and restocking items to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining dish areas, proper storage of dishes, and assisting with food preparation as needed. Flexibility for additional duties is required, and a focus on safety and cleanliness is essential.

Qualifications

• Time management and task focus in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communications effectively.
• Understanding and meeting health and safety standards by staying alert and focused.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and thorough.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and maneuver heavy carts.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and washes dishes, pots, and utensils with a dish machine and 3-compartment sink.
• Keeps designated dish areas clean, organized, and clutter-free.
• Stores clean dishes, glassware, silverware, cookware, and containers properly.
• Maintains proper temperatures, water levels, and chemical dilutions in dish machines and sinks.
• Washes specific items by hand (e.g., cutting boards, large pots).
• Maintains clean and dry floors throughout the shift.
• Assists in storing food deliveries and organizing dry storage shelves.
• Completes janitorial tasks such as bussing tables, emptying trash, sweeping, mopping, and break-down of boxes.
• May assist with food preparation and station cleanup.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Physical strength

Job description

Pay: – Pay varies by location

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

Summary

A Dish Room Attendant at American Dining Creations will primarily support the kitchen staff through various cleaning and janitorial tasks. This all-star kitchen support position will wash dishes and appliances, empty trash receptacles, clean floors, and restock items.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and washes dishes, pots, and utensils with a dish machine and 3-compartment sink.
• Responsible for designated dish areas; keeps dish area free of clutter and organized.
• Properly stores clean dishes, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers.
• Maintains proper temperatures, water levels, and chemical dilutions of dish machines and sinks as needed or as required by business levels.
• Wash specific items by hand (e.g. wooden cutting boards, large pots, and delicate items).
• Maintains clean and dry floors throughout the shift.
• Accurately assists in the timely storing of food deliveries while maintaining the dry storage area and the organization of storage shelves.
• Completes various janitorial tasks including bussing tables, emptying trash cans, sweeping, mopping, and breaking down boxes.
• May assist with food preparation and food station breakdown and cleanup.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Time management skills and task focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communications effectively.
• Ability to understand and meet set standards for health and safety by remaining alert and focused.
• Must be detail-oriented, dependable, and thorough.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs, push and pull heavy carts, bend, climb stairs, stand, and walk for entire scheduled shift.

About Us

Together, American Food & Vending and American Dining Creations form one of the nation’s largest privately held dining and refreshment service organizations. Family-owned and headquartered in Syracuse, NY, we have served clients nationwide for more than 80 years, delivering customized dining and refreshment solutions across business, education, healthcare and cultural environments.

Recognized by NAMA and our peers as Operator of the Year, we combine national capabilities with a personal, responsive approach to create exceptional experiences for our clients and guests.

Our Mission

To create moments of happiness through customized hospitality experiences that delight guests and bring people together.

Our Vision

To be the best in the industry at elevating hospitality experiences for places where people want to be.

Our Values: F.I.R.S.T.

Family – Treat people as family.

Integrity – Do the right thing.

Responsiveness – Listen first. Then act with urgency.

Service Excellence – Deliver exceptional experiences every day.

Teamwork – Win together.

American Dining Creations offers:

• Weekly pay
• 401K with company match
• Delicious employee meal and beverage during your shift
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Some positions may include flexible hours and shifts
• Eligible employees offered Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Uniforms and Safety Shoes providedLearning and advancement opportunities

American Food & Vending is an Equal Opportunity Employer.