PT Dishwasher

MBK Senior Living•La Mesa, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dishwasher protects the hygiene of the kitchen and dining room by transporting, sanitizing, and cleaning dishes, utensils, and tables after mealtimes and breaking down the kitchen for cleanup. The role ensures the safety, sanitation, and presentation of dishware and equipment used by residents, guests, and staff, while working efficiently and following health standards. The Dishwasher also assists with other dining and kitchen duties as assigned and in accordance with company policies and procedures. This is a part-time position with a schedule of Sunday, Monday, and Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The stated pay rate is $17.00. The role requires a high school diploma or GED. A ServSafe certificate is preferred, and a Food Handler’s Permit is required where required by the state. Prior restaurant, food service kitchen, or dish room experience is preferred; on-the-job training may be provided for candidates with the appropriate aptitude and attitude. Candidates must be at least 18 years old or have a proper work permit and authorization documentation, complete required background clearances and health screening, and provide negative TB test results within seven days of employment. Basic food safety and sanitation knowledge is preferred. Candidates must be able to communicate in English, follow directions, and interact tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests. The work requires mobility, prolonged standing, and physical activities including walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, overhead reaching, and repetitive motion. The employee must be able to transport dishes and utensils, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push up to 250 pounds as necessary. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years old, or possess a proper work permit and authorization documentation.
Complete required background clearances and health screening.
Provide negative TB test results within seven days of employment; the test must have been taken within the previous six months.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak, write, and read English and follow spoken and written directions.
Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including prolonged standing, mobility, repetitive motion, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and pushing up to 250 pounds as necessary.
Food Handler’s Permit, where required by the state.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe certificate.
Prior work experience in a restaurant, food service kitchen, or dish room operation; on-the-job training may be provided for candidates with the right aptitude and attitude.
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

Prepare, clean, and organize dish storage and washing areas in accordance with community safety and department policies and procedures.
Clean and sanitize dishes, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, and cooking utensils using dish machines or manual methods; restock and store items properly.
Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas, including sinks, washing machines, tables, cooking ranges, shelves, cabinets, trash bins, and floors.
Maintain dish machines and sinks by checking detergent levels, cleaning filters, using test strips to verify sanitation levels, and promptly reporting issues to the supervisor.
Ensure water is at the correct temperature for cleaning, rinsing, and sanitizing.
Maintain sanitizer temperature and level logs, recording readings at breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
Transport meals to the Connections for Living (CFL) neighborhood while maintaining correct temperatures, and return the cart to the kitchen promptly.
Assist cooks with basic food preparation, transport food carts, or serve residents as needed or directed.
Maintain adequate cleaning-supply inventory, use and store supplies correctly in accordance with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines, and notify the supervisor when supplies are needed.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and open communication through consistent coaching and use of recognition programs, in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, Executive Director, or designee.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
Team Member Discount Programs.
Resources to support physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
Competitive salaries.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group training.
Full-time team members receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, multiple medical plan options including an HSA-eligible plan with company contributions, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage, disability benefits where applicable, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.