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Keep Our Community Shining Behind the Scenes

The Village at Orchard Ridge is looking for a dependable and team-oriented Part-Time Utility Aide (Dishwasher) to join our dining services team. If you take pride in keeping things clean, organized, and running smoothly, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

As a Utility Aide, you'll play an essential role in creating a positive dining experience for residents by ensuring dishes, cookware, and kitchen areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Your work helps support a welcoming environment where residents and team members can thrive.

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$15.50 - $17.50 per hour
Final offer based on your skills, experience, and professional background.

What You'll Do

Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans
Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen and dish room
Assist with trash removal and recycling procedures
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards
Support dining team members with kitchen cleanup and closing duties
Help maintain a safe, efficient, and welcoming work environment

What We're Looking For

Reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong commitment to cleanliness and safety
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks
Prior dishwashing or food service experience is helpful, but not required
Ability to read and speak English

Why You'll Love Working Here

Competitive pay
Supportive and welcoming team environment
Flexible part-time schedule
Opportunities for growth and development
Meaningful work serving older adults in a vibrant community
Mission-driven organization that values respect, compassion, and excellence

Join Our Team

Every great dining experience starts behind the scenes. If you're ready to be part of a team that makes a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and help create exceptional experiences for our residents at The Village at Orchard Ridge.

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