About this Food Service Heavy Lifter/Dishwasher role at Shepherd Center
About Shepherd Center
With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by U.S. News as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.
Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years.
The Heavy Lifter/Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment while supporting meal service, stocking supplies, and assisting with food service operations to patients and staff at Shepherd Center.
Key Responsibilities:
Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, cookware, utensils, and equipment.
- Stock assigned areas with food, supplies, and products.
- Safely move bulk food items, deliveries, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintain work areas, equipment, and storage areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
- Monitor and record equipment, refrigeration, and dish machine temperatures; report and document any deviations.
- Restock workstations at the end of meal service, including silverware, condiments, and supplies.
- Deliver patient trays accurately and verify patient identity before delivery.
- Actively participate in the department's sanitation program, ensuring assigned cleaning responsibilities are completed before the end of each shift.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
- Work collaboratively with team members to create an enjoyable, engaging, and customer-focused environment.
