IntroductionFind a workplace where you are deeply appreciated, not only for the skills you offer, but for the individual you are. At Milestone, you’ll enter into a rewarding career where you’ll work with highly skilled professionals and do meaningful work in the lives of our senior residents. Join a welcoming environment that fosters strong relationships with the residents, their families, and your coworkers. We hope you’ll consider serving alongside us.
OverviewWe’re seeking a Dishwasher to ensure dishes and utensils are cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored while supporting a smooth and efficient dining service. Reporting to the Dining Room Manager or Director, Culinary Services, you’ll help maintain a safe, clean, and professional kitchen and dining environment.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10AM to 6PM.
Perks & Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO
- Pet insurance
- Perks at Work
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits options
Responsibilities
- Support a positive customer service culture in the dining room.
- Transport dishes to the kitchen and maintain a clean dining area.
- Clear, wash, and sanitize dishes, utensils, and tabletop items.
- Return dishes and utensils to appropriate storage areas.
- Ensure safe work practices for yourself and coworkers; comply with Safety Committee Standards.
- Complete sanitation and cleanup tasks for dish room, kitchen, dining areas, steam tables, sinks, and drains.
- Empty trash and follow daily cleaning schedules.
- Assist with serving residents in the dining room as needed.
- Maintain flexibility with daily schedule, including weekends or evenings as needed.
- Display friendliness and professionalism when interacting with residents, families, and visitors.
- Provide support during community tours and events.
- Follow dress code and maintain a positive professional image.
- Report elder maltreatment or abuse as required to appropriate management and authorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Culinary Services.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in food service or customer service preferred.
- Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by state regulations.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Meet health requirements including health screening and TB clearance.
- Pass state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check.
- First Aid certification required.
- Compassion for and desire to work with older adults.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions, plan and organize tasks.
- Self-motivated with strong customer service work ethic.
- Pleasant, professional, and personable with excellent organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance.
- Ability to talk, hear, and use vision effectively.
- Occasional weekend, evening, or night work and on-call as needed.
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, latex, and other hazards.
- Ability to lift and assist as needed, up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Frequent interaction with coworkers, residents, and vendors.