Dishwasher - Full-time - Middle River

About Hygea Healthcare

At Hygea Healthcare, we are committed to transforming lives by addressing substance use disorders with compassion, innovation, and inclusivity.

🌱 Our Mission
Our mission is to build an ecosystem of substance abuse treatment facilities that offer a full continuum of care—serving anyone in need, regardless of socioeconomic status or payer type. We deliver best-in-class, unbiased treatment, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based practices to ensure the highest quality outcomes for every individual who walks through our doors.

🔭 Our Vision
We envision a future where every community has access to comprehensive addiction care. Through rigorous research and model validation, we aim to expand Hygea Healthcare's presence throughout Maryland and the Northeast, creating a seamless network of care that supports long-term recovery and community well-being.

💛 Our Core Values
Everything we do is guided by our five core values:

• Health – Prioritizing physical, mental, and emotional wellness

• Hope – Inspiring belief in recovery and brighter tomorrows

• Happiness – Creating environments that foster joy and purpose

• Humility – Serving with respect, empathy, and a learner’s mindset

• Humor – Embracing lightness and human connection along the journey

At Hygea, we don’t just treat addiction—we support healing, restore dignity, and empower lives.

The Dishwasher plays a vital role in maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment at Hygea Healthcare, ensuring the proper sanitation of all dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment. Working in a healthcare or behavioral health setting, the Dishwasher helps promote a safe and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to strict cleanliness and hygiene protocols. This position requires attention to detail, speed, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining compliance with healthcare safety standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Sanitation & Cleaning:
• • Wash and sanitize all dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, and food preparation areas in compliance with healthcare facility standards.
  • Operate commercial dishwashing machines and ensure proper use of detergents and sanitizing agents.
  • Hand-wash and sanitize delicate kitchen items as necessary.
• Waste Management:
• • Properly dispose of food waste and garbage, adhering to waste management policies and infection control guidelines.
  • Assist in the removal of recycling and composting materials.
• Kitchen Support:
• • Assist kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks as needed, such as peeling vegetables, preparing ingredients, and assembling trays for meal service.
  • Help with the setup, cleaning, and breakdown of food service areas.
• Compliance & Safety:
• • Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations, including those specific to healthcare environments (e.g., infection control standards).
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment, following health department codes and Hygea Healthcare policies.
  • Report any maintenance or safety issues to the supervisor immediately.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a kitchen or healthcare/behavioral health setting is a plus.
• Familiarity with commercial dishwashing equipment and food service sanitation protocols is preferred.
• Willing to obtain First Aid and CPR Certification (roughly $14.95)

Schedule

Full-time, with flexible shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on fa