Dishwasher
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JEWISH COLLABORATIVE SERVICE
Warwick, RI, US
Summary
The dishwasher is responsible for maintaining kitchen sanitation by operating commercial dishwashing equipment and cleaning kitchen areas. They also support the dietary team with meal service, food preparation, and unloading deliveries.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Tamarisk - Warwick, RI, Salary Range: $16.00, Tamarisk Senior Living is an 83-resident assisted living and memory care community, part of Jewish Collaborative Services (JCS). We provide a warm, resident-centered home where dignity, safety, and quality of life come first — and our dietary team is essential to that mission every single day.
The Role
The Dishwasher keeps our kitchen running safely and efficiently by washing dishes, flatware, and cookware, maintaining sanitation standards required in an assisted living dietary setting, and supporting the kitchen team during meal service.
Key Responsibilities
Operate the commercial dishwasher and hand-wash items as needed, following proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures
Maintain cleanliness of the dishroom, kitchen equipment, floors, and trash/recycling areas throughout each shift
Follow all infection control and food safety practices required for a licensed assisted living dietary department
Properly store clean dishware, utensils, and cookware; report equipment issues promptly
Assist with unloading deliveries, basic food prep, and other kitchen support tasks as assigned
Handle chemicals and cleaning supplies safely, per facility and OSHA guidelines
Maintain a respectful, team-oriented approach consistent with a resident-centered care environment
Schedule
Full-time and part-time shifts available, including weekends and holidays as part of our meal service rotation.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Highschool diploma and GED required
Prior dish room or kitchen experience helpful, but not required — we will train
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
Comfortable working around hot water, steam, and commercial kitchen equipment
Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced setting
Must meet Rhode Island assisted living employment requirements, including a criminal background check (BCI), pre-employment health screening/TB clearance, and completion of a food handler safety certification within the timeframe required by facility policy
JCS is a comprehensive, solutions-oriented social service agency, that helps individuals and families facing physical, emotional, nutritional, financial, and other challenges get the services they need to recover and thrive. JCS is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of all. We strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, regardless of personal practices, beliefs, or backgrounds. Our office is located at 1165 North Main Street in Providence, RI. EOE
Our Staff: We employ more than 40 staff at our headquarters at 1165 North Main Street. This is where most of our clinical and social service programs are located. Our West Bay campus is home to Tamarisk, an elegant, full-service assisted living community and Shalom Apartments, affordable HUD housing. JCS employs approximately 100 staff on the West Bay Campus.
Our Culture: We welcome staff from diverse backgrounds, JCS is guided by Jewish culture and values (which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish - compassion, service, respect, and inclusiveness are examples of the values we live by). We offer challenging and exciting work in a supportive team environment. This creates an empowering and positive atmosphere. If you are committed to the field, cultural diversity, and value collegial and collaborative work environments, then we encourage you to apply. EOE
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Providence, RHODE ISLAND
JCS is a comprehensive, solutions-oriented social service agency, that helps individuals and families facing physical, emotional, nutritional, financial, and other challenges get the services they need to recover and thrive. JCS is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of all. We strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, regardless of personal practices, beliefs, or backgrounds. Our office is located at 1165 North Main Street in Providence, RI. EOE
Our Staff: We employ more than 40 staff at our headquarters at 1165 North Main Street. This is where most of our clinical and social service programs are located. Our West Bay campus is home to Tamarisk, an elegant, full-service assisted living community and Shalom Apartments, affordable HUD housing. JCS employs approximately 100 staff on the West Bay Campus.
Our Culture: We welcome staff from diverse backgrounds, JCS is guided by Jewish culture and values (which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish - compassion, service, respect, and inclusiveness are examples of the values we live by). We offer challenging and exciting work in a supportive team environment. This creates an empowering and positive atmosphere. If you are committed to the field, cultural diversity, and value collegial and collaborative work environments, then we encourage you to apply. EOE
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Providence, RHODE ISLAND
