Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Full-Time) - Retention Bonus

September 16, 2026

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Sanford Estates, the premier independent living community for active seniors in Roswell, has an opening for a full-time Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher.

**We are offering a retention bonus of $250 paid out after 90 days of continuous employment**

About the Position:

This position answers to the chef in assisting with any prep, laundry in the kitchen and cleaning of assigned duties. This position will prepare, wash and store dishes as well as help serve meals and clear dishes at residents’ tables.

This individual must have a friendly, professional, and energetic personality and have a passion for improving the lives of others. The successful candidate for this position will have a general knowledge of cleaning and sanitation and will maintain food handlers permit as necessary to fulfill state regulations. The successful candidate for this position will communicate in a clear and concise manner with our residents. This individual will possess organizational skills as well as excellent customer service skills. In addition, the successful candidate will work well under time constraints and be able to meet deadlines.

Our Mission:

Our residents deserve the best so we are seeking someone who understands hospitality, integrity and compassion. We believe patience, loyalty, understanding, and hard work are the core components of rewarding lives and careers. If this interests you, come join our team!

About Our Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and a benefit package that includes paid time off and the opportunity to elect healthcare, dental, vision and disability benefits, as well as supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401k plan with a match determined by the Company and an employee assistant program (EAP). We also have a very unique culture and love to celebrate year-round!

How to Apply:

Please come by and complete an application (no phone calls), we would love to meet you!

OR

Submit your resume for consideration.

We do pre-employment background checks, employment verifications and reference checks. Sanford Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Description

We believe that Sanford Estates Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place for our residents to enjoy home-cooked meals, game nights, or a quiet evening with family and friends.

At Hawthorn Senior Living, our retirement communities offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. Our caring concern for our residents is the foundation that leads to outstanding resident services. As contributing members of the communities we serve, what is most important is that we love our residents. We care about people and because our residents deserve the best, we are looking for employees who understand caring and compassionate customer service. Working in our retirement communities, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our seniors every day.

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