Dishwasher

We are an award‑winning employer seeking a Utility Steward (Dishwasher) to play an essential role in the daily operations of our kitchen within a luxury senior living residence. This is an important support position that goes beyond dishwashing and helps keep our culinary team running smoothly and safely.

In this role, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment by washing and sanitizing kitchen equipment, china, glassware, and flatware, as well as supporting overall back‑of‑house operations. You’ll assist with the safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals and kitchen equipment, support food rotation and labeling, and help with the breakdown, organization, and storage of fresh food deliveries. You may also assist with special projects or help support our restaurants as needed.

If you enjoy staying organized, working in a fast pace environment, working both independent and with a team, and playing a key role in delivering a great dining experience, this is a wonderful opportunity. In addition to a supportive, people‑first workplace culture, we offer a competitive hourly rate and on‑the‑job perks.

This position is full-time, flexible days, 12:00pm-8:00pm or 2:00pm-10:00pm shift. Weekend, and holiday availability required.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen, equipment supplies, pots/pans, small wares, china glass and silver according to established safety standards and regulations.
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• Cleans kitchen floors, following standard procedures.
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• Applies knowledge and safe use and storage of chemicals and equipment.
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• Maintains and records data on required logs per Mather policies and procedures.
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• Completes daily and weekly cleaning assignments per task lists.
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• Regularly empties trash containers shift, cleans garbage cans and properly operates compactor.
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• Minimizes loss and breakage through proper use, cleaning and storage of equipment and supplies.

• Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

  Team members are eligible for:

  • A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
  • A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
  • Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
  • Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

  Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  • Extended illness benefits
  • Employee wellness programs
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance - free to all team members

  *Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

  About The Mather:

  The Mather is a Life Plan Community for those age 62 and better located in Evanston, Illinois, close to the charming downtown district and an abundance of public transportation. The Mather includes 240 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens, and more.

  The Mather is located at 425 Davis Street in Evanston.

  About Mather

  Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age WellSM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

  Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.