Dishwasher - Part-Time

• Washes and sanitizes dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans using the commercial dishwasher machine or by hand, if needed.
• Removes trash throughout the kitchen and dining area and brings trash to the outside bins.
• Delivers prepared food to various units throughout the Sanford West facility.
• Assists with the set up and break down of meal service.
• Assists with stocking refrigerators and dry inventory.
• Assists the Executive Chef with maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen by performing opening and closing cleaning tasks on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Cleans surfaces and floors throughout the kitchen and dining areas.
• Participates in staff development and training, including staff meetings, in-service trainings and annual trainings required by Sanford Behavioral Health on a timely basis.
• Adheres to the established Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, Person Centered Philosophy, and employee handbook.
• Observes and respects patients’ individual rights and confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Qualifications and Education Requirements
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

• Ability to communicate effectively, make appropriate decisions, and self-motivate.
• Ability to work within a team setting and create an environment where all are valued and work together cohesively.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic health and safety regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate time management and organization skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality on all client records and business-related records, as required under HIPAA guidelines.
• Ability to demonstrate professional behavior reflective of Sanford’s Mission Statement, Philosophy, and Values.

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking is required (8+ hours).
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds or more, with assistance.
• Must be able to perform kitchen-related tasks (i.e. using a commercial-grade dishwasher, cleaning, doing dishes, handling knives while doing dishes, etc.)
• Must be able to clearly express and exchange ideas by means or spoken words to impart oral information to employees or others accurately or quickly, engaging in sometimes lengthy conversations.
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs daily.
• Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hand or hands.
• Must be able to perceive sound by ear to interpret oral information from employees or others accurately or quickly.
• Work will be performed in a kitchen environment with fluctuating temperatures.

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