Dishwasher | West Valley College | $19/hr
Thomas Cuisine•Saratoga, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Dishwasher supports the College Café dining team at West Valley College in Saratoga, California. The role helps keep kitchen operations running smoothly by cleaning and sanitizing dishes, cookware, utensils, and equipment; maintaining kitchen cleanliness; and restocking clean items for kitchen and service staff. The position also assists with basic food preparation and stocking as needed, monitors equipment and supplies, and supports kitchen efficiency during peak service hours. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., at $19 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
- Team-oriented approach and good communication skills.
- ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is preferred but not required.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Responsibilities
- Operate dishwashing equipment to clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, and kitchen tools.
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, including floors, trash bins, and food preparation surfaces.
- Empty the box bin when needed.
- Set up and clear the pot-washing area, including the three-compartment sink area.
- Check and clear the tray belt as needed.
- Check and record wash and rinse temperatures.
- Wash soiled items and allow washable equipment to air-dry on racks free of water.
- Follow procedures to avoid handling clean equipment after dirty equipment without first washing hands.
- Sort and stack clean equipment, then carry or cart it to the appropriate storage areas.
- Wash front-of-house garbage can lids through the dish machine.
- Sanitize the stainless area, tray line, and tray belt.
- Wash floor mats and re-rack them on the mat holder.
- Run dish machine filters through the machine.
- Shut down, drain, and clean dish machine jets and screen; rinse the machine inside and out using the hot-water hose connection.
- Remove trash and cardboard to the dumpster.
- Restock clean items in the appropriate locations for kitchen and service staff.
- Monitor and report equipment malfunctions or supply shortages.
- Assist with basic food preparation and stocking as needed.
- Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Support overall kitchen efficiency during peak service hours.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid baby bonding leave.
- Paid elder care leave.
- Accrued paid time off.
- Holiday premium pay.
- Three medical plans through Blue Cross.
- Prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
- Reimbursed wellness massages (portion of cost).
- Voluntary HSA with company match.
- Voluntary FSA.
- Free employee assistance program with behavioral health support.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Company-paid basic life insurance.
- Company-paid accidental death and dismemberment policy.
- Voluntary short-term disability.
- Voluntary employee, spouse, and/or child life insurance with AD&D.
- Referral bonus program.
- Supportive, collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
