Dishwasher - AM Shift | Mission College | $20/hr
About The Position
Thomas Cuisine is hiring a full-time Dishwasher for the College Café at Mission College in Santa Clara, California. The role pays $20 per hour and is scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Dishwasher supports the campus dining team by keeping kitchen and service areas clean and sanitary, maintaining dishwashing operations, and helping the kitchen run efficiently for students, faculty, and guests. This is a fast-paced role involving regular standing, lifting trays, and repetitive tasks. Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is preferred but not required.
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 a State Food Handlers Card.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Operate dishwashing equipment to clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, and kitchen tools.
- Maintain cleanliness in kitchen areas, including floors, trash bins, and food preparation surfaces.
- Empty the box bin when needed.
- Set up and clear the pot-washing area and three-compartment sink.
- Check the tray belt and clear it when needed.
- Check and record wash and rinse temperatures.
- Wash soiled items and allow washable equipment to air dry on racks.
- Follow handwashing procedures when moving between handling dirty and clean equipment.
- Sort and stack clean equipment, and carry or cart it to proper storage areas.
- Wash front-of-house garbage can lids in the dish machine.
- Sanitize stainless-steel areas, the tray line, and the 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 the 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 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.
- Partial reimbursement for wellness massages.
- 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
