Cafeteria Dishwasher

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Dishwasher

Job Description

This role ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen by washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area. You support the foodservice team by upholding high standards of cleanliness, assisting with deliveries, and following all safety and sanitation procedures in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, glassware, and kitchen tools by hand or using a commercial dishwasher.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, trays, and other cooking and serving equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, and food preparation surfaces throughout the shift.
• Remove trash, replace liners, and maintain sanitation standards in dish and kitchen areas.
• Transfer supplies, restock dish areas, and assist with loading and unloading deliveries as needed.
• Organize and store clean dishes and kitchen equipment in designated areas.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and infection control procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and foodservice staff to support efficient service.
• Monitor dishwashing machines and equipment, reporting any issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules and complete housekeeping tasks related to the dish and kitchen areas.

Essential Skills

• Previous dishwashing or food service experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail.
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Customer service oriented mindset when interacting with staff and guests.
• Reliability and willingness to work rotating weekends and overtime when needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in foodservice, retail, or hospitality environments.
• Previous history in roles such as kitchen helper, line cook, cook, waiter or waitress, fast food worker, food worker, cashier, or general labor.
• Experience with housekeeping, tray line service, or other kitchen support roles.
• Comfort working with commercial dishwashing equipment and kitchen cleaning tools.
• Retail sales or customer service experience in a hospitality or food-related setting.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a recently renovated, state-of-the-art cafeteria equipped with new machines and modern equipment. The facility offers a clean, well-maintained environment along with an associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, and access to a discount marketplace. Comprehensive insurance options are available, including pet insurance, supporting your overall well-being and financial security.

Work Environment

This position operates in a modern, clean cafeteria and kitchen setting with state-of-the-art dishwashing and kitchen equipment. Shifts are scheduled on 1st and 2nd shift between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., with the possibility of slight variations in hours. You may be scheduled to open or close and will work rotating weekends, with openness to overtime required. The role involves standing for extended periods, frequent movement, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in a fast-paced environment alongside a team-focused kitchen and foodservice staff.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.