Dishwasher

As a Dishwasher at Atria Senior Living, your responsibilities include maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, washing and sanitizing all dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, and keeping the floors and storage areas clean. You will also assist the kitchen staff in ensuring a high level of customer service and participate in culinary programs, all aimed at enhancing our residents' dining experience.

To qualify for the Dishwasher position at Atria Senior Living, candidates should possess basic reading, writing, and math skills, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities. Prior experience in a kitchen environment is a plus, but it’s not required – what matters most is your willingness to learn and contribute positively to our team!

Atria Senior Living offers a competitive benefits package for Dishwashers, including paid holidays and PTO, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a retirement savings plan with employer matching. Additionally, eligible employees may receive annual rewards based on community survey results, providing extra incentives for outstanding service!

At Atria Senior Living, we focus on creating a restaurant-style dining atmosphere by ensuring that our kitchen and dining areas are impeccably maintained. As a Dishwasher, you'll work closely with kitchen staff and the Director of Culinary Services to ensure resident satisfaction with every meal, participating in special events and programs that enhance their dining experience.

The salary for a Dishwasher role at Atria Senior Living in Tucson ranges from $15.00 to $17.25 per hour, depending on prior work experience and history. This competitive pay is complemented by our extensive benefits package, making Atria a great place to grow your career!

Discuss any past roles where you've had to clean kitchen equipment, emphasizing your attention to detail and understanding of sanitation standards. Mention any specific processes you follow to ensure all equipment is in proper working order and safe for food preparation.

Explain your approach to managing tasks by describing any systems or methods you use for prioritizing chores. Highlight your ability to remain organized and efficient, especially during peak dining times.

Share a specific example of a situation where teamwork was essential, detailing your role and how you supported your colleagues. Focus on communication and collaboration, which are key in kitchen environments.

Detail your knowledge of food safety protocols, including proper cleaning procedures and temperature regulations for dishwashing. Emphasize your commitment to upholding these standards in every aspect of your job.

Discuss your openness to feedback, providing an example of a time you received constructive criticism and how you used it to improve your performance. This shows your willingness to learn and grow in your role.

Share your passion for culinary arts or customer service and how being in a kitchen allows you to express that. Highlight your desire to contribute positively to residents' experiences at Atria Senior Living.

Discuss your time management skills and any methods you use to stay on track with cleaning schedules. Share examples of managing multiple tasks efficiently under pressure.

Explain the importance of a clean and organized kitchen in delivering excellent customer service and how your role as a Dishwasher contributes to that. Mention your focus on team collaboration to enhance the dining experience.

Emphasize the importance of sanitation in a kitchen and how it impacts overall health and safety. Convey your understanding of best practices for cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation areas.

Describe your flexibility and willingness to assist beyond your main responsibilities, illustrating how you would collaborate with the culinary team to ensure everything is ready for special events, enhancing the overall experience for residents.