Dishwasher Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and attentive Full-Time Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. As a vital member of our back-of-house operations, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitizing cookware, dishes, and utensils, and ensuring the kitchen area remains clean, safe, and efficient. This full-time position requires availability for evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial dishwashing equipment according to safety standards.
- Scrape, wash, rinse, sanitize, and stack dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans efficiently.
- Ensure clean items are properly dried, organized, and restored to designated storage locations for front-of-house and back-of-house staff.
- Sweep, mop, and maintain clean floor surfaces throughout the kitchen and dish pit areas.
- Empty trash cans, recyclables, and compost bins regularly, disposing of waste in designated external areas.
- Assist kitchen staff with basic food prep tasks or light cleaning duties during peak or downtime hours as requested.
- Comply with all health department regulations, food safety standards, and safety precautions.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
- Prior restaurant or kitchen dishwashing experience preferred; willing to train motivated candidates.
- Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift items up to 50 lbs consistently throughout a shift.
- Strong time-management skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong teamwork skills and a positive, collaborative attitude.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
- Full-time schedule (35-40 hours per week).
- Employee meal during shifts.
- Paid parking.
- Employee discounts.
- 401(k) eligibility after 90 days of employment
- Paid PTO after one year of employment
- PTO based upon availability and prior preapproval.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the kitchen.
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