Kitchen Utility Dishwasher

Kitchen Utility / Dishwasher

Part-Time & Full-Time Starting at $17.01/hour New Wage Scale Pay Increases Based on Experience

A dependable job. A supportive team. A place where your work matters.

Looking for a kitchen job where you can work hard be part of a team and know that your work is appreciated

LifeSpire of Virginia is looking for reliable Kitchen Utility Workers / Dishwashers to join our Dining Services team.

Starting pay is $17.01 per hour with opportunities for higher starting pay based on relevant experience through our new wage scale.

This is an important role in our kitchen. Our utility team keeps dishes equipment floors food carts and work areas clean safe and ready for service. Your work helps our cooks and dining team serve our residents every day.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work staying busy working with a team and taking pride in doing a job well.

Why Join Our Team

We know that great utility workers are essential to a successful dining operationand we want you to stay.

Thats why were investing in our team with:

• Starting pay of $17.01/hour
• New wage scale with higher starting pay based on experience
• Opportunities to grow and increase your pay
• Part-time and full-time opportunities
• Supportive leadership
• A collaborative kitchen team
• Respectful work environment
• Consistent work and meaningful responsibilities
• Opportunity to learn other areas of Dining Services
• Amazing residents who appreciate the work you do

Full-Time Team Member Benefits

Full-time team members are eligible for:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 4.5% Employer Retirement Contribution
• HSA Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to Early Earned Wages
• Supportive Leadership
• Collaborative Teams

What Youll Do

As a Kitchen Utility Worker youll help keep our kitchen and dining operation running smoothly.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Wash sanitize and put away dishes pots pans utensils food carts and food preparation equipment.
• Keep the dish room clean organized and ready for service.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces walls floors food carts and other work areas.
• Sweep mop and foam kitchen floors as required.
• Clean and maintain floor mats.
• Empty kitchen garbage and trash and sanitize containers as needed.
• Perform routine cleaning of heavy kitchen equipment including ovens and ranges.
• Transport food carts safely to satellite dining rooms throughout the community.
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of food carts.
• Assist with setting up buffets special events and other dining functions.
• Provide support during buffets and special events by delivering trays dishes and supplies.
• Assist other members of the kitchen team when needed.
• Help move equipment furniture and supplies when necessary.
• Follow food safety sanitation and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean safe and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

You dont need years of restaurant experience to be successful.

Were looking for someone who is:

• Reliable and dependable.
• Comfortable being on their feet and staying active throughout the shift.
• Able to work at a steady pace in a busy kitchen environment.
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks such as washing dishes and cleaning.
• Able to lift carry push and pull supplies and equipment as required.
• Team-oriented and willing to help wherever needed.
• Detail-oriented and takes pride in cleanliness.
• Respectful toward coworkers and residents.
• Willing to learn and take direction.
• Committed to showing up and doing a good job every shift.

Previous experience as a dishwasher kitchen utility worker steward food service worker restaurant worker hotel kitchen employee cafeteria worker or similar position is helpful but not required.

This Is a Hands-On Job

This position is best suited for someone who enjoys staying busy and doesnt mind physical work.

You can expect to:

• Spend much of your shift standing and walking.
• Wash dishes pots pans and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas.
• Move food carts and supplies.
• Work around water cleaning products heat and normal kitchen noise.
• Work as part of a team during busy meal periods.

If you take pride in keeping things clean organized safe and ready for the next shift youll play an important role on our team.

Grow With Us

We dont want this to be just another job.

Our Dining Services team offers opportunities to learn more about food service kitchen operations dining service and senior living.

If you demonstrate reliability teamwork and a willingness to learn there may be opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and develop new skills.

We value the people who keep our kitchens runningand we want good team members to build a career with us.

Why Your Work Matters

Every day our residents depend on our Dining Services team for meals connection and a welcoming experience.

Clean dishes sanitized equipment stocked carts and a clean kitchen may happen behind the scenesbut they are essential to providing excellent service.

Your work makes the entire dining team better.

At LifeSpire of Virginia our mission is to empower individuals with choices in purposeful living. Our values of Faith Servant Leadership Stewardship Integrity Innovation and Joy guide how we work together and serve our residents.

If youre looking for a stable kitchen position with competitive starting pay a supportive team and opportunities to grow wed love to meet you.

Apply today for our Kitchen Utility / Dishwasher position.

LifeSpire of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.