Sanitation Attendant (Part-time)

stjude; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude is seeking a dedicated dishwasher to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen. You will wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and equipment using manual and machine methods, while supporting general kitchen cleanliness and departmental operations.

You will follow safety and sanitation standards, attend training, and assist in ensuring quality service. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced hospital kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school education/GED preferred.
• 1+ years of food service or commercial dishwashing experience.
• Basic understanding of safety and sanitary requirements in food service.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment using manual and machine methods.
• Support general kitchen cleanliness and assist in departmental operations.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school education/GED preferred

Tools

Cleaning tools

Job description

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards. Duties include washing and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment using manual and machine cleaning methods. This position also supports general kitchen cleanliness and performs additional tasks to support departmental operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform standard activities related to own area (e.g., operating cash register, managing cleaning tools/ equipment, preparing food according to the recipe, trash management), under direct supervision.
• Assist in resolving queries through prompt response and courteous service.
• Provide support in maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and freedom from hazards and infections.
• Attend all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Understand regulatory standards to ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Uphold the Culinary Standards and Values of teamwork, communication, and professionalism.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Consistently meet job expectations, adhere to policies, and deliver quality work while applying St. Jude values and principles.
• Managers evaluate employee performance throughout the year-specifically during the spring and fall Check-In milestones and the Annual Performance Review. All employees are encouraged to actively participate in these performance management processes.

Minimum Education and/or Training

• High school education/GED preferred

Minimum Experience

• 1+ years of food service experience or commercial dishwashing experience.
• Working knowledge of own area (e.g., food preparation, cash management, cleaning tools/ equipment, trash management), preferred.
• Basic understanding of safety and sanitary requirements of a food service operation, preferred.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only

• ServSafe Food Handler Training Certificate Program or another American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited Food Handler Training Certificate Program required within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Employee must maintain current certification during employment.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Understands basic hygiene and food safety guidelines and practices (e.g., handwashing, food handling).
• Supports basic kitchen operations (e.g., preparing and managing food orders, payments, vouchers), under supervision.
• Follows instructions from senior team members and works well in a team.
• Understands basic safety rules but needs reminders to follow them.
• Recognizes obvious hazards but may overlook less obvious risks.
• Relies on supervision to ensure safe practices.
• Tries to remain calm but may need support to manage stress in difficult moments.
• Demonstrates effective coping mechanisms; Seeks help when needed.
• Needs reassurance and support to manage pressure effectively.
• Is open to any type of change or new idea presented.
• Shows eagerness to learn from different avenues.
• Addresses needs/ problems in a logical manner, using defined approaches.
• Manages own time well to plan work and meet daily task needs.
• Executes routine tasks under guidance and/ or supervision.
• Shows attention to detail, produces quality work on time.
• Basic knowledge of troubleshooting skills, techniques and processes.
• Uses available tools and resources to solve routine problems as per processes; Seeks guidance, if needed for quick resolution.
• Demonstrates promptness in seeking supervision to respond to complex queries.
• Has clear, concise communication in both verbal and written communication.
• Listens to requests, confirms understanding of routine needs, and provides accurate answers.
• Shares information within team as directed.
• Understands the importance of teamwork and comes to work with a positive attitude.
• Works best with clear instructions and defined roles; Participates in team activities when directed.
• Is Open to feedback and learning from others.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.

The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasional