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Dishwasher
Role summary
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The Dishwasher supports the kitchen team by washing and sanitising dishes, glassware, cookware, utensils and equipment. Duties may include operating dishwashing machines, hand-washing delicate items, keeping the dishwashing area clean, removing waste, restocking supplies and following food-safety procedures. Candidates should be physically fit, reliable and comfortable standing for long periods in a busy, hot and sometimes wet environment. Good hygiene, teamwork, punctuality and attention to detail are essential. Previous kitchen, stewarding or hotel experience is helpful but may not be required. The successful candidate is expected to follow Marriott standards, work flexible shifts including weekends and public holidays, and maintain a respectful, professional attitude.
Can I work in Sri Lanka?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Only listed roles: senior managers, executive and specialty chefs, spa and water-sports instructors.
Official source: Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority: visas for tourism staff. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Sri Lanka
Usual for Sri Lanka, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Senior staff: on site or an allowance |
|---|---|
| Meals | Duty meals |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket (managers) |
| Service charge | About 10%, shared among local line staff; expat managers rarely share |
| Contract | 1 year, renewable |
| Leave | 14 days |
| Income tax | 0% up to LKR 150,000 a month, up to 36% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in Sri Lanka
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About Courtyard by Marriott Colombo
Courtyard by Marriott Colombo is a modern business and leisure hotel operated under the Courtyard brand of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. Located in Colombo, the property serves business travellers, tourists, families and corporate groups, with guest accommodation, food and beverage outlets, meeting facilities and supporting hotel services. Courtyard hotels generally focus on practical comfort, friendly service, efficient operations and a welcoming environment for both short and extended stays. Employees work within Marriott's international service, safety and quality standards, while gaining experience in a structured global hospitality organisation. In a kitchen stewarding role, the employee supports chefs, restaurant teams and hotel operations behind the scenes, helping ensure clean equipment, safe food preparation areas and smooth service for guests.