Kitchen Utility​/Dishwasher

Description ABOUT CHETOLA RESORT

For over 175 years, Chetola Resort has offered guests a timeless mountain escape in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Serving as the gateway to beautiful Blowing Rock, North Carolina as a luxury haven where adventure meets tranquility, Chetola blends refined hospitality with immersive outdoor experiences—from Orvis®-endorsed fly fishing to award-winning dining, spa indulgence, and family-friendly recreation. Under new ownership, we are embracing an exciting new chapter rooted in thoughtful renewal, authentic elegance, and exceptional guest service.

Blowing Rock boasts many of the most luxurious residences in all of the Carolinas, with an affluent clientele in a year-round destination.

Chetola Resort is seeking a reliable and hardworking Utility/Dishwasher team member to help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. This essential back-of-house role supports the culinary team by ensuring dishes, utensils, equipment, and food prep areas are sanitized and ready for use. The right candidate takes pride in keeping things clean, can work independently, and contributes to a positive and productive kitchen team culture.

• Operate the dishwashing machine to clean and sanitize all dishes, utensils, and kitchenware
• Hand-wash larger pots, pans, and specialty items as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of dish stations, sinks, and surrounding kitchen areas
• Dispose of trash and recycling, following proper procedures

• Assist with basic food prep tasks such as peeling, portioning, or labeling
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors regularly to ensure a safe, sanitary work environment
• Restock clean dishes and supplies in designated storage areas
• Help unload and store deliveries as directed

• Follow all safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Report maintenance issues or safety concerns to supervisors
• Work quickly and efficiently to support a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Assist with other duties as assigned by chefs or kitchen supervisors

• A dependable team player who values cleanliness and organization
• Willing to roll up your sleeves and take initiative behind the scenes
• Calm under pressure and able to multitask during busy meal periods
• Takes pride in supporting others and contributing to smooth kitchen operations

• No prior experience required—training will be provided
• Ability to follow instructions and complete repetitive tasks with consistency
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in hot, humid environments

• One of the largest private employers in the county with a dynamic work setting and strong potential for career growth
• Join a dedicated and growing team shaping the next era of a beloved mountain resort
• Contribute meaningfully to a culture rooted in connection, craftsmanship, and care
• Competitive hourly wage
• Benefits offered for full-time eligible employees including health, dental, vision, supplemental coverage, PTO, and on-property perks

Chetola Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.