Dishwasher

Job Description

Job Description

Why You’ll Love Working at Milestone

Milestone is one of the fastest-growing senior living operators, with 100+ years of combined industry and hospitality experience. We focus on teamwork, creativity, and making a real impact for our residents and staff.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO
• Pet insurance
• Perks at Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits options

About the Role

We’re seeking a Dishwasher to ensure dishes and utensils are cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored while supporting a smooth and efficient dining service. Reporting to the Dining Room Manager or Director, Culinary Services, you’ll help maintain a safe, clean, and professional kitchen and dining environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support a positive customer service culture in the dining room
• Transport dishes to the kitchen and maintain a clean dining area
• Clear, wash, and sanitize dishes, utensils, and tabletop items
• Return dishes and utensils to appropriate storage areas
• Ensure safe work practices for yourself and coworkers; comply with Safety Committee Standards
• Complete sanitation and cleanup tasks for dish room, kitchen, dining areas, steam tables, sinks, and drains
• Empty trash and follow daily cleaning schedules
• Assist with serving residents in the dining room as needed
• Maintain flexibility with daily schedule, including weekends or evenings as needed
• Display friendliness and professionalism when interacting with residents, families, and visitors
• Provide support during community tours and events
• Follow dress code and maintain a positive professional image
• Report elder maltreatment or abuse as required to appropriate management and authorities
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Culinary Services

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in food service or customer service preferred
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by state regulations
• Must be 18 years or older
• Meet health requirements including health screening and TB clearance
• Pass state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check
• First Aid certification required
• Compassion for and desire to work with older adults
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow instructions, plan and organize tasks
• Self-motivated with strong customer service work ethic
• Pleasant, professional, and personable with excellent organizational skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance
• Ability to talk, hear, and use vision effectively
• Occasional weekend, evening, or night work and on-call as needed
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, latex, and other hazards
• Ability to lift and assist as needed, up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Frequent interaction with coworkers, residents, and vendors

Join Milestone to be part of a dedicated culinary team, maintain a clean and safe dining environment, and contribute to a positive resident experience every day.

Milestone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.