Kitchen Dishwasher

Our number one priority is our Residents. We offer an unparalleled quality of life at all levels of retirement. We have created a community that allows our residents to do as much, or as little, as they like while offering the ability to age in a place with all levels of care. We welcome you to join our team and find your place here as we have many opportunities for your career to grow.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role is primarily responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen work areas, equipment and utensils and maintaining proper sanitation and safety standards. This individual will also work alongside the rest of our culinary team to assist the cooks as needed in kitchen and serving areas. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below but are not limited to those listed.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Paid-Time Off with rollover; Paid Personal Days

• Paid Holidays

• Bonus Pay

• Flexible Schedule ; Full-time/Part-time available

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance

• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance; Variety of Supplemental Insurances Available

• Free Life Insurance

• Career Growth Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

*Some benefits may only be eligible to full-time team members.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Minimum eligibility requirements

• Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job
• Must understand and follow therapeutic diet orders for residents when serving food
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public
• Must meet all health requirements
• Must pass criminal background check
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (essential job functions), with or without reasonable accommodation

Essential functions

• Prepare, wash and store dishes, pots and pans, kitchen equipment following Company and Health Department standards and procedures
• Perform kitchen cleaning duties including but not limited to dish washing area, floors, walls, equipment, storage areas, prep areas, outside receiving and dumpster areas

Customer service

• Responsible for ensuring that all employees are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Perform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional manner
• Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority
• Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents' families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors and regulators)

Residents' rights

• Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents' rights

Other

• Adheres to prescribed sanitation practices and procedures
• Performs similar or related duties as required or directed
• Follow company policies and procedures
• The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary

Working conditions (travel, hours, environment)

• Scheduled hours; possible overtime. May work in other positions temporarily when necessary
• Is subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals

Physical/sensory requirement

• Medium work: ability to exert 10-35 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents and staff.
  p. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the community