Part-Time Kitchen Assistant / Dishwasher - Senior Living

Foundry Commercial • Wheaton, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Alto Wheaton is hiring a Part-Time Kitchen Assistant / Dishwasher for its senior living community. This role offers predictable hours, a supportive team, and a work environment that is distinct from the chaos of a restaurant. The position involves washing and sanitizing dishes, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, supporting the culinary team with basic prep tasks, and restocking supplies. The primary responsibility includes setting tables, bussing tables, washing dishes, assisting the Cook as needed, and completing cleaning duties. The role also requires contributing to high-quality Dining Services operations by paying attention to food presentation and taste, and providing courteous responses to residents and associates during meal service.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Must pass a background screening
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Must have an awareness of safety practices
• Must have a positive Criminal Background Screening

Nice To Haves

• 6+ months of food service or kitchen experience
• Dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization
• Minimum of six (6) months food service (or related field) preferred

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, flatware, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen throughout every shift
• Support the culinary team with basic prep and kitchen tasks as needed
• Restock supplies and keep stations ready throughout the shift
• Be a dependable, team-first presence in a well-run kitchen
• Set tables
• Bus tables
• Assist the Cook as needed
• Complete cleaning duties
• Thoroughly wash all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils
• Properly maintain all dishwashing equipment
• Work as part of the Dining Services team to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operation of the kitchen
• Help contribute to high quality Dining Services operations by paying attention to food presentation and taste, and courteous responses to residents and associates during meal service

Benefits

• Consistent, predictable hours
• Supportive team
• Work that feels good
• No late nights
• No restaurant chaos
• Steady hours
• Done before bedtime — every time
• Your effort is noticed
• Your schedule is respected

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed