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Food Service Worker Dishwasher

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$13.50 - $16.50/hr

Some of the additional duties as a Food Service Worker is the cleaning of the kitchen and dining room and dishwashing throughout your day. You will be cross trained to many of the areas in the ...

Food Service Worker Dishwasher

Banner, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

As a part of our Culinary team, as a Food Service Worker you will be responsible for providing ... dishwashing throughout your day. You will be cross trained to many of the areas in the kitchen ...

We are seeking a dependable Food Service Worker/Dishwasher to support daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment; maintaining cleanliness and ...

The Food Service Worker - Dishwasher position will use a Best Care Best Experience approach to perform routine food service tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, catering, dining room, dish room and ...

The Food Service Worker - Dishwasher position will use a Best Care Best Experience approach to perform routine food service tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, catering, dining room, dish room and ...

The Food Service Worker - Dishwasher position will use a Best Care Best Experience approach to perform routine food service tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, catering, dining room, dish room and ...

The Food Service Worker - Dishwasher position will use a Best Care Best Experience approach to perform routine food service tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, catering, dining room, dish room and ...

The Food Service Worker - Dishwasher position will use a Best Care Best Experience approach to perform routine food service tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, catering, dining room, dish room and ...

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How much do food service worker dishwasher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for food service worker dishwasher in the United States is $16.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food service worker dishwasher do?

A Food Service Worker Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment in restaurants, cafeterias, or other food service establishments. They ensure that all items are properly washed, dried, and stored to maintain a safe and hygienic environment. In addition to dishwashing, they may also assist with basic food preparation, waste disposal, and maintaining general cleanliness in the kitchen. This role is essential for smooth kitchen operations and for ensuring health and safety standards are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food service worker dishwasher?

To thrive as a Food Service Worker Dishwasher, you need a strong attention to detail, basic understanding of sanitation standards, and the physical stamina to handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting. Familiarity with commercial dishwashing machines, cleaning chemicals, and food safety protocols is typically required, often acquired through on-the-job training. Reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude are essential soft skills for maintaining an efficient kitchen environment. These abilities ensure that kitchen operations run smoothly, meet health standards, and create a safe, supportive workplace.

What are some common challenges faced by food service worker dishwashers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Food Service Worker Dishwashers often encounter challenges such as working in fast-paced environments, managing large volumes of dishes during peak hours, and maintaining strict cleanliness standards. Effective time management and teamwork are crucial for staying organized and keeping up with demand. Using proper techniques for loading dish machines and handling cleaning chemicals safely also helps maintain efficiency and safety. Regular communication with kitchen staff can further streamline workflow and address issues promptly.

What is the difference between Food Service Worker Dishwasher vs Food Service Worker Prep Cook?

AspectFood Service Worker DishwasherFood Service Worker Prep Cook
CredentialsNone typically requiredFood safety certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentKitchen dishwashing area, fast-pacedKitchen prep area, involves food handling
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, cafeterias, hotelsRestaurants, catering, institutional kitchens
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Food Service Worker Dishwasher and a Food Service Worker Prep Cook lies in their responsibilities. Dishwashers focus on cleaning dishes and maintaining sanitation, while prep cooks assist in preparing ingredients and food items. Both roles are essential in food service environments, but prep cooks typically require some food safety knowledge and may have more involved tasks related to food handling.

What cities are hiring for Food Service Worker Dishwasher jobs?

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Infographic showing various Food Service Worker Dishwasher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,746 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Food Service Worker Dishwasher

Banner Health

Gilbert, AZ • On-site

$13.50 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Primary City/State:

Gilbert, Arizona

Department Name:

Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary

A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.

At Banner Gateway, we our building our Culinary and Nutrition Services team with high performing, close knit and diverse group of individuals who take pride in providing our patients and staff with spectacular service. As a part of our Culinary team, as a Food Service Worker you will be responsible for providing service and assistance to patients, staff and other customers in accordance with established dietary and retail cafe policies and procedures.  Some of the additional duties as a Food Service Worker is the cleaning of the kitchen and dining room and dishwashing throughout your day.  You will be cross trained to many of the areas in the kitchen, including barista, cashier, tray line, dishwashing, and other back of the house and front of house duties, ensuring we keep up with the process flow.  You will assist with food prep, unbox foods and supplies, lifting and carrying boxes from storage and ensure shelves are restocked.

Shift: Full time, varied schedule, varied days off. Weekends and holidays mandatory. Hours vary from 5am-1:30pm, 5:30am-2pm, and 12pm - 8:30pm.

If you have food service background, enjoy providing premier customer service and consider yourself a true team player, then this might be the ideal fit for you! You will feel welcomed, appreciated and part of a family immediately your first day!  Weekend and holiday rotations are required in this role. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic medical records, physician order entry, digital radiography and proprietary advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the innovative resources you need to provide your patients with the best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz., Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 286 private rooms, 13 operating suites, a 46-bed emergency department and shares a campus with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Our WIS and NICU services support an average of 4,000 deliveries per year. Key specialties include oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic and growing community we serve. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus including designation as a Stem Cell Transplant Center of Excellence and comprehensive Head & Neck cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite with PET/CT scan, more than 70 infusion bays, a cryopreservation lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the ability to interact with patients via two-way audio-video to assist the bedside nurse with patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position works as a member of the food service team on one or more assignments in cleaning, food preparation, patient trayline or retail café. Provides service and assistance to patients, staff and other customers in accordance with established dietary and retail cafe policies and procedures.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Sets up work station and prepares all assigned foods and nourishments in the correct quantities, following established procedures, portion control and food quality standards. Assures that food presentation continually meets standards.
2. Cleans and sanitizes dishes, flatware, trays, cups, glasses and cooking utensils. Also cleans and sanitizes designated equipment and kitchen areas disposing of all waste materials. Monitors dish machine temperature.
3. Maintains par levels of foods and/or supplies in assigned areas, orders and/or restocks items in accordance with established routines, rotates food stocks, checks expiration dates.
4. Checks and records food and equipment temperatures according to defined procedures, and reports any discrepancies to the supervisor.
5. May deliver meals, nourishments, late trays and/or tube feedings to units; return excess nourishments as requested. May also assist in catering or special event service.
6. May handle transactions at cash register (if applicable) and/or cafe.
7. This position interacts with other food service department personnel, hospital staff, patients and families. Requires the ability to follow a work routine with regular supervision, to work quickly and correctly while providing good customer service and maintaining sanitation standards. The work requires the ability to follow instructions and guidelines for the use of cleaning chemicals and be able to work in physical contact with them.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires the ability to learn and follow established policy and procedures, read and understand written and verbal instruction, to communicate effectively and to provide customer service. Must be able to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests as required. POS (cash register) when applicable.

​For Banner Staffing Services (BSS) team members, the food handlers' card is required with 30 days of hire. For BSS team members in Tucson and Colorado, the food handlers' card is not required.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at Olive Branch Senior Center must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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