Dishwasher

Vista Del Mar • Los Angeles, CA

11d • $19 - $21

About The Position

GET TO KNOW US: For over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for children and families throughout LA County. VDM envisions a community where all children and families are equipped and prepared to live productive, fulfilling lives. We serve the most vulnerable in Los Angeles, many of whom have faced multi-generational inequities. Vista Del Mar is guided by core values of empowerment, equity, and excellence. CULTURE: Folks who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, of a marginalized gender, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression, and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply. MISSION: Vista Del Mar provides a trauma-responsive continuum of services to empower children, youth, and families in Southern California to lead fulfilling lives. Position Overview To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen by cleaning and organizing dishes, utensils, equipment, and work areas. STOP SEE REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING!

Requirements

• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA IS REQUIRED
• ENGLISH SPEAK
• MUST PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
• HS Diploma
• 1 year of previous related experience.

Responsibilities

• Dish and Utensil Cleaning: Wash, rinse, and sanitize all dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans using automated dishwashers and manual methods.
• Organization and Storage: Properly sort, dry, and store all clean items to ensure they are readily available for kitchen staff use.
• Kitchen and Station Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness of the dishwashing area and kitchen, including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and wiping down work surfaces.
• Waste Management: Empty trash receptacles, break down boxes, and properly dispose of waste and recycling in designated areas.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health guidelines at all times.
• Support for Kitchen Staff: Assist with basic food preparation tasks and perform additional duties as requested by chefs or managers.
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supply deliveries.
• Kitchen Equipment Maintenance: Clean and detail kitchen equipment, including fryers, tilt skillets, grills, and flat-top stoves.
• Monitor and report any issues with dishwashing machines and other kitchen equipment.
• Closing Duties: Assist with end-of-shift cleaning and sanitizing of the kitchen.

Benefits

• Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• FSA/Dependent Care FSA and Supplemental benefits
• 403(b) – 3% Employer contribution based off annual salary
• 4 Mental Health Days
• Up to 12 Paid Holidays
• Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with 3 Major Carriers (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees