Dishwasher

Davis Conference Center
Dishwasher | Bring Experience. Support the Team. Elevate the Experience.
Are you an experienced Dishwasher or hospitality professional who takes pride in keeping a busy kitchen clean, organized, and operating efficiently? Join our team as a Dishwasher and bring your experience to a hospitality environment where teamwork and attention to detail make a difference.
In this role, you’ll work with greater independence to support daily kitchen operations, maintain sanitation standards, and ensure our culinary and food service teams have the clean dishes, cookware, and equipment they need to deliver exceptional service.
What’s in it for you- Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Pay - $15 hourly.

The starting rate is based on experience and qualifications. This position participates in our compensation program, which provides opportunities for future pay growth based on performance and career development.

401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
Hotel discounts at select Western States Lodging & Management properties

Eligible full-time associates are entitled to the following:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options

Optional supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and other coverage options.

Personal Time Off (PTO) and Vacation benefits

What You’ll Do

Independently wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, utensils, glassware, and kitchen equipment before, during, and after meal service.
Efficiently operate commercial dishwashing equipment and correctly handle approved cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.
Properly operate and maintain the three-compartment sink according to established food safety and sanitation requirements.
Prioritize dishwashing responsibilities based on restaurant, banquet, catering, and kitchen operational needs.
Maintain clean and organized dishwashing stations, floors, drains, equipment, and assigned kitchen areas.
Monitor dishwashing and kitchen areas for routine cleanliness, safety, and sanitation concerns and address issues proactively.
Ensure adequate levels of clean dishes, cookware, utensils, and glassware are available during high-volume service periods.
Assist with garbage removal, kitchen cleaning, equipment cleaning, and opening or closing procedures.
Complete assigned temperature, cleaning, and sanitation logs accurately and consistently.
Follow all food safety, chemical handling, sanitation, personal hygiene, and loss prevention procedures.
Assist newer associates with proper dishwashing, cleaning, equipment, and sanitation procedures as needed.
Communicate equipment concerns, supply needs, and sanitation issues to culinary leadership.
Coordinate with culinary, restaurant, banquet, and other food and beverage associates to support smooth service.

What Makes You Successful

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
1–3 years of dishwashing, culinary, restaurant, hotel, or related food service experience preferred.
Current Food Handler’s Permit.
Working knowledge of commercial dishwashing equipment, three-compartment sinks, cleaning chemicals, and sanitation procedures.
Understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
Ability to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently with limited supervision.
Strong organization and time-management skills during busy service periods.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities based on changing restaurant, banquet, and culinary needs.
Ability to identify and address routine sanitation and operational concerns.
Dependable, flexible, and willing to support other food and beverage associates as needed.
Positive and professional communication skills when interacting with guests, supervisors, and fellow associates.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the shift.
Ability to frequently lift and move items weighing up to 30 pounds using proper body mechanics.

You Know You’re Successful When…
The kitchen stays supplied with clean dishes, cookware, glassware, and utensils throughout service; sanitation standards are consistently maintained; required documentation is accurate; and you can independently adjust priorities to meet the changing needs of the operation. Your reliability and efficiency help the culinary and food and beverage teams deliver seamless service and memorable guest experiences.
Why Join Western States Lodging & Management?
Western States Lodging & Management is a leading property management company with a diverse portfolio that includes nationally recognized hotel brands such as Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, Legacy Senior Living communities, and Nxt multifamily apartment communities throughout the western United States.
Our mission is simple: Serving You Like Family. That commitment extends beyond our guests and residents—it defines how we treat our associates and business partners. We believe that great people build great communities, which is why we invest in our team through meaningful work, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for long-term career growth. At Western States Lodging & Management, we encourage every team member to serve as an Ambassador of our values, a trusted Consultant who brings knowledge and solutions, a Collaborator who builds strong relationships through teamwork, and a Coach who is passionate and empowers others to learn, grow, and succeed.
Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a workplace where your contributions are valued, your ideas are welcomed, and your potential is supported every step of the way.
Apply today and discover why thousands of associates have chosen Western States as the place to build a meaningful career.