JOB DETAILS
Dishwasher
CompanyDekalb Area Retirement Center
LocationDeKalb
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 10, 2026
About The Company
Mission Statement: A faith-based not-for-profit community serving people 62 years and older through a continuum of services enhancing an individual’s quality of life.
Founded in 1980, Oak Crest is an independent not-for-profit community overseen by an ecumenical Board of Trustees. Oak Crest is committed to providing senior adults with comprehensive physical and social services while creating a quality of life characterized by independence and security.
Vision Statement: To be an innovative leader in senior adult services.
Our vision for the future is one of innovation. The changing and ever-evolving field of long-term care and service provides an opportunity for growth and development.
Value Statement: Service, People, & Community.
Oak Crest is a service-driven organization that values the extended community and the people who work and live at Oak Crest. With this in mind, we insure that resident needs and desires are not only met, but also anticipated. This is accomplished through training in the areas of communication, hospitality, and problem solving. At Oak Crest, we understand better than anyone that truly outstanding performances, the ones that seem so effortless, come about only through commitment, day in and day out, improving the quality of every detail, of every step, of every task.
Philosophy Statement: Everyone is encouraged to take action to exceed customer expectations.
Oak Crest is committed to providing individualized service to meet the current and future needs of the Oak Crest consumer. Each employee is educated and empowered to respond to the varied needs and desires of everyone with whom they come in contact.
About the Role
Description
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Dishwasher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for dishes, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain the dishwashing machine
- Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans using manual and automatic cleaning methods
- Ensure all dishes are cleaned and sanitized properly
- Sort and stack clean dishes and utensils
- Assist with kitchen cleaning and organization as needed
- Follow all safety and sanitation procedures
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
If you are a hardworking individual who takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer competitive pay and opportunities for growth within the company.
Requirements
General:
- Ability to obtain food handler's certification
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience:
- No previous experience is required. On the job training and orientation is provided.
Other:
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
- Requires the ability to employ patience and tact in dealing with residents, staff, and the general public.
- Requires the ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with coworkers, professionals, residents and the general public.
- The Dietary Aide must be organized, detail oriented and skilled in the use of equipment.
- Must possess the ability to deal effectively with geriatric residents and multiply handicapped individuals.
- Requires personal cleanliness and the ability to follow rules and regulations for safety and sanitation in Institutional Food Service.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met, to include the use of supplies and equipment.
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday and be able to turn, bend, reach over head and below knees.
- Must be in good physical health and demonstrate emotional stability.
- Will be required to lift, push, pull and move equipment and supplies in excess of 40 lbs throughout the workday.
- This position requires standing and walking a minimum of 90% of the total workday.
Key Skills
DishwashingSanitation StandardsKitchen OrganizationFood SafetyCommunicationCustomer ServiceTeamworkTime ManagementPhysical Stamina
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityHealthcare
Benefits
Opportunities For Growth
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards for all dishes, glassware, and kitchen equipment using manual and automatic methods. Assist with general kitchen organization and follow all safety and sanitation procedures.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
62
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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