Kitchen-Dishwasher
Company : Roche Bros.
Location : Mashpee, MA, 02649
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Prepare food and display product in the department in a careful, clean, neat, and expedient manner while ensuring that all product is fresh, rotated, and well-stocked for our customers while maintaining great customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Demonstrate capability to work with customers.
- Successful completion of company training program.
- Completed a course in food safety, either mini class or full certification.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, with the ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work a scheduled based on the business needs of the store location.
- Authorized to work within the U.S.
Responsibilities
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company.
- Commit to the “Golden Rule” and work with other associates to build a strong kitchen team.
- Achieve the highest associate morale in the industry by working in a style that is Respectful, Supportive and Totally Team Oriented (RSTO).
- Handle each customer transaction in a courteous, friendly manner. Go out of your way to satisfy any request for assistance.
- Provide continuous attention to customers’ needs at the service counter and be available for customer assistance and questions about food products.
- Offer assistance in finding or suggesting product selection.
- Guarantee outstanding product quality and presentation through cooperation with kitchen manager.
- Keep all kitchen ingredients or merchandise rotated in accordance with company policy and product code dates and always make use of the oldest products first (first in, first out).
- Participate actively in the control of shrink; use proper tares, check scales for accuracy, control “leftovers” and minimize waste.
- Demonstrate learned skills of product preparation, selling and display techniques.
- Practice the “Cleaner’s Creed” and proper sanitation procedures.
- Follow all sanitation guidelines and standards.
- Ensure that company standards of safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation and productivity are maintained.
- Monitor cooler and display area temperature to ensure product quality; report refrigeration failure immediately.
- Able to operate and clean department equipment and tools.
Secondary Job Functions:
- Restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest supply cost.
- Clean utensils, work tables, display cases, cooler and freezer, walls, fans, drains, and wipe counter tops.
- Present favorable impression in dress, personal hygiene and business attitude.
- Notify management of associate theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized markdowns or property defacement.
- Successful completion of the onboarding/e-learnings and checklist within 30 days of hire/entering department.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Physical Demands: (per work day)
The physical demands and safety risk factors of the job listed below may occur during each work shift and are listed according to their frequency.
Physical Demands
Frequency
Sitting and crawling.
0% (N) Never
Pushing and pulling up to 250 lbs, lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 8 feet, kneeling, and crouching,
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, balancing, stooping, and reaching at waist or overhead.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Standing or walking on tile or concrete, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, seeing, smelling and hearing.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Safety Risk Factors
Frequency
Loud noise, cluttered floor surface, contact with skin irritant, toxic exposure (see material safety data sheet), nuisance dust, fumes, sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Twisting or back and neck, slippery floor surface, and contact with sharp objects.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts).
67-100% (C) Continuously
Machines, tools, and equipment utilized:
Food processor, grill, slicer, knives, kitchen utensils, case cutter, warmer, oven, fryer, smoker, electronic scales, mixer, shrink film wrap, pallet jack, power jack, pressure washer, trash compactor.
Repetitive Action:
Continuous movement of entire body.
Working Conditions: Working environment is inside and may include exposure to cold and hot temperatures.
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Frequently asked questions
Working as a Kitchen-Dishwasher at Roche Bros. in Mashpee involves frequent standing, walking, and handling items up to 50 lbs. The role also requires continual movement and occasional lifting or pushing heavy loads. Candidates should be prepared for a physically active environment with exposure to both hot and cold temperatures.
In Mashpee, MA, dishwashers benefit from completing at least a mini food safety course, as encouraged by Roche Bros. This certification ensures understanding of proper sanitation practices and food handling, which is crucial given local health regulations and customer expectations.
Successful dishwashers often develop strong teamwork, time management, and equipment handling skills. Mastery of sanitation standards and the ability to assist customers efficiently can pave the way toward roles like kitchen utility or stewarding positions with more responsibility.
Beyond cleaning duties, dishwashers at Roche Bros. actively engage in maintaining product presentation and assisting customers with product inquiries. Their role in upholding cleanliness and food quality directly enhances the shopping experience, reflecting the company’s customer-first approach.
Daily tasks include operating cleaning equipment, restocking supplies, monitoring product freshness, and supporting kitchen staff. Dishwashers also manage waste reduction efforts and uphold strict sanitation standards, ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.
Mashpee's hospitality and retail sectors create steady demand for dishwashers, but competition can vary seasonally with tourism peaks. Employers like Roche Bros. prioritize candidates with food safety knowledge and flexibility to meet store hours, reflecting local labor market trends.
Full-time Kitchen-Dishwasher positions in Mashpee typically offer between $13 and $16 per hour, aligning with regional living costs and industry standards. Roche Bros. may provide competitive pay reflecting experience and adherence to safety certifications.
Roche Bros. emphasizes a respectful, team-oriented environment, encouraging dishwashers to embody the 'golden rule' and foster high associate morale. This supportive culture enhances job satisfaction beyond basic duties, distinguishing it from generic kitchen roles.
Yes, Roche Bros. requires successful completion of a company training program within the first 30 days. This includes e-learning modules and practical instruction on sanitation, equipment use, and customer service, ensuring dishwashers are fully prepared for their responsibilities.
The company enforces strict sanitation protocols and safety standards, including training on handling hazardous cleaning solutions and operating kitchen machinery. Regular monitoring and immediate reporting of issues like refrigeration failures help protect dishwashers in their work environment.