Dishwasher

 

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.

Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 8th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

Job ID

2025-234645

JOB OVERVIEW

The Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning and janitorial duties in areas dedicated to the production and consumption of food and beverage, including the kitchen, dining room, bistro, private dining room, serveries/pantries, and any other identified locations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to dish and pot washing, cleaning of general areas and kitchen equipment, and storage and rotation of food and supplies while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Duties

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

• Set-up and maintain the dish and pot washing areas.
• Operate dish machine(s) according to manufacturer instruction.
• Perform dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware.
• Maintain accurate dish machine and pot and pan sink temperature and sanitation logs and report any issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs and report any issues promptly.
• Complete assigned kitchen cleaning duties and ensure accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs.
• Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods and ventilation screens.
• Perform assigned janitorial duties, including but not limited to sweeping work areas, mopping floors, washing walls and ceilings, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash.
• Assist with food preparation and plating when necessary.
• Maintain the correct storage of all cookware, china, glassware, and utensils.
• Maintain the correct storage of all janitorial and chemical supplies.
• Assist in the receiving, storage, dating, labeling, and rotation of food and non-food supplies.
• Comply with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety and Risk Management programs and policies, adhere to safety rules and regulations, and practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
• Responsible for performing other Dining Services duties when assigned by community leadership in the following areas, but not limited to:
  • Clean and maintain the dining room and bistro to the highest standards per company guidelines.
  • Bus and reset tables per company standards.
  • Take and deliver food orders in a timely manner.
  • Prepare and serve light meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus.

Collaboration, Engagement, and Team Success

• Participate and commit to working toward team goals.
• Demonstrate our Team Member Credo in daily interactions.
• Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.
• Contribute to the overall engagement programs for both residents and team members.
• Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Dining Services Coordinator (DSC).
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Written and verbal skills for effective communication
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills

Experience and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• One (1) year job related experience preferred
• High School diploma/GED
• Completion of the following training may be required and/or certificates available per regulations and laws as applicable:
  • CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificate
  • ServSafe® Food Handler Card
  • Local Health Department Food Handler Card

ABOUT SUNRISE

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift 
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
• Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).