Dishwasher - Morning/Evening Shift
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Restaurant/Food Service
Catering, Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant
Overview
Dishwasher - Morning/Evening Shift. Posting Number: S01468JP. Department:
Dining Service - Thorne Hall. Bowdoin College, located in Brunswick, Maine, serves a student population of about 2,000. Our Dining Services Department makes food from scratch and is consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining. We operate our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that supply two dining halls and three retail locations. Bowdoin is seeking a Dishwasher/Dining Service Aide to join the team at Thorne Dining Hall.
- Daily operation of the dish room and pots and pans cleaning area
- Performing sanitation duties as assigned, including sweeping and mopping floors, wiping walls, tables, and chairs, cleaning employee restrooms, all kitchen cooking equipment, refrigerated, frozen, and dry storage areas, and loading dock area
- Removing trash and recycling
- Maintaining serving line supplies, including milk and beverage machines
- Washing and cutting vegetables and assisting in the salad room
- Stocking salad bar and deli areas
- Refilling and replacing condiments (salt/pepper shakers, napkins, sugar, jelly)
- Stacking dishware, pots, pans, and glassware for service
- Occasionally assists with other kitchen and catering duties
- The pay rate for this position is $18.40 per hour, with eligibility for overtime and shift/weekend differential
- Shift Differentials: 10% for 2nd shift, 15% for 3rd shift, plus an additional $1.00/hour for weekend hours
- New employees in Dining will receive a $500 sign-on bonus (paid after 90 days and upon meeting eligibility requirements)
- Medical Insurance (Effective on date of hire)
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- $1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
- Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26)
- Accrue up to 10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
- Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
- 17 Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (After 1 year)
- Access to College facilities including gym and pool (including household)
- Free fitness and wellness classes
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- High school diploma or GED required
- Current Serv Safe certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment)
- Ability to understand and practice recycling and other sustainability practices
- Demonstrated reliability and neat, clean appearance
- Ability to follow written and oral directions
- Commitment to customer service
- Ability to multi-task
- Entry-level position; no prior work experience required
- Previous work experience in restaurant, food service, hospitality or related industry preferred
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours- This is a full-time, academic year-round position, working 40 hours per week for 38 weeks per year (0.73 FTE). The role includes occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, weather emergencies, and coverage during major college events such as Parents Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions.
- An academic year-round employee works from August through May and is not scheduled to work during winter, spring, or summer breaks.
- The regular work schedule is:
- Tuesday - Thursday: 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Friday - Saturday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Sunday:
Off - Monday:
Off
Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job-related). We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
About BowdoinBowdoin embraces diversity in all forms and is committed to an inclusive campus community. The College values applicants from diverse backgrounds and perspectives who will contribute to its mission and community.
Additional InformationShift: Full Time Academic Year
Employment Category:
Full Time Academic Year
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Pay Type:
Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements:
Support Staff
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