Temporary Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep

Robinwood Retirement Community; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nationwide communities

Beautiful environment

Purpose-driven role

Job summary

Robinwood Retirement Community in Charleston, SC seeks a Temporary Dishwasher/Kitchen Prep to support residents with a clean, efficient dining environment. The role involves preparing and stocking a salad bar, assisting in the dining room, and maintaining hygiene in the dish area.

No prior culinary experience is required; candidates must be 18+, with a temporary assignment expected to last weeks to months. Schedule Tuesday through Saturday, 11:30am–8:00pm, and obtain food handler permits within

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Temporary assignment lasting a few weeks to months.
• Able to work Tue–Sat 11:30am–8:00pm.
• Able to read, speak and understand basic English.
• No prior culinary experience required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits within two weeks.”

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine: load, run, unload, and report issues; monitor water temps for sanitation.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware; keep dish room organized and stocked.
• Assist in dining room: bussing tables, refilling water, preparing tables before meals, delivering room-service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills and kitchen tools including sharp utensils.
• Listen to and respond politely to food comments or complaints; report concerns to leadership.
• Perform support tasks including trash removal.

Skills

Dishwashing

Sanitation & safety

Food handling

Customer service

Tools

Dishwasher machine

Ovens & steamers

Job description

About The Role

As the Temporary Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep, you play a key part in creating a great dining experience for residents. You’ll prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh, appealing salad bar that helps start each lunch and dinner on a positive note. In the dining room, you’ll support residents with friendly service and keep tables clean. You’ll also help keep our community safe by carefully washing and sanitizing tableware, cookware, and equipment.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Available for a temporary assignment expected to last anywhere from a few weeks to several months.
• Able to work a consistent schedule of Tuesday‑Saturday 11:30am to 8:00pm.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• No previous culinary experience is required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits as required by local ordinances within first two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; and monitor/log water temperatures to ensure proper sanitization.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware with care; maintain a clean, organized dish room and ensure adequate levels of clean items for the dining room and kitchen.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as needed, and assist in the dining room by bussing tables, filling water carafes, preparing tables before meals, and delivering room‑service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools, including sharp utensils and small appliances to support daily food preparation.
• Listen and respond politely to food comments or complaints and report any concerns to leadership right away.
• Perform support work and any additional tasks, including trash removal.

Why Work with Us?

• Fast-growing, family‑owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort‑style environment
• A purpose‑driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Serve with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.

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