Dishwasher

The Dishwasher / Kitchen Aide maintains a clean and sanitary kitchen while assisting the cook with food preparation, portioning, and meal service. This position supports timely, nutritious meals prepared according to residents’ dietary needs.

Responsibilities:

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize countertops, sinks, food preparation areas, carts, and dining tables.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, remove trash, and keep waste containers clean.
• Assist the cook with washing produce, peeling and cutting fruits and vegetables, and measuring ingredients.
• Prepare simple items such as salads, sandwiches, fruit cups, snacks, and beverages under the cook’s direction.
• Assist with assembling meal trays and portioning food according to the menu and the cook’s instructions.
• Follow directions for residents’ allergies, dietary restrictions, prescribed food textures, and beverage consistencies. Refer questions or substitutions to the cook.
• Help serve meals promptly and respectfully, ensuring each resident receives the correct meal.
• Label, date, cover, and store food properly, keeping raw ingredients separate from ready-to-eat foods.
• Follow handwashing, glove use, food temperature, and sanitation procedures.
• Restock kitchen and dining supplies and assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
• Report food shortages, damaged equipment, and safety concerns to the cook or supervisor.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties after each meal and at the end of the shift.