Dishwasher

Job Description

Amavida is an award-winning, 32-acre, resort-style senior living community adjacent to the prestigious 279-acre regional Lakes Park in Fort Myers, Florida, offering you peace of mind, by design. Our residents choose from maintenance-free villas, apartments and suites. They indulge in exceptional amenities, including a variety of pools, restaurants, lounges, and outdoor dining areas; pickleball and tennis courts; art studio; library; theater; and more. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care, as well as an on-site professionally staffed Wellness Center, residents live with calm confidence, knowing that if healthcare needs change, support is right at home.

When you work at Amavida, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

Amavida is recruiting for a hospitality focused full-time Dishwasher to join our team! This position understands how to set up, operate and shut down the dish machine. They are knowledgeable of storage locations for all washed items. The dishwasher is responsible for proper cleaning and handling of all utensils, pots, pans, plates, glassware, and silverware in the dishwasher area.

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Dishwasher:

• Exemplify at all times community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
• Wash dishes and kitchen utensils and inspects all dishware and glassware, ensuring highest standards of cleanliness.
• Monitor the temperature of the dishwashing machine on a daily basis to insure that the machine is operating properly. Notify the Director promptly of any unacceptable temperature readings.
• Remove from service all cracked or broken dishes or damaged utensils that might be hazardous to residents. Notify the Director of damage.
• Store dishes, glassware, and utensils properly for use at the next mealtime.
• Dispose of all trash in a proper manner.
• Clean dishwashing machine inside and out after each shift. Deep-clean kitchen on a monthly basis.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floor, walk-in refrigerator, and freezer each evening.
• Performs assigned cleaning assignments according to established policies and utilizes the proper cleaning chemicals. Keeps work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Represents the community in a warm and inviting manner.

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• At least six (6) months experience in a commercial kitchen operation is preferred
• Individuals must be able to read, write, and speak the English language to be able to communicate effectively

This is a full-time position with the following Pay Range: $14.50 - $16.00/ hour based on experience

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!

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