Dishwashers support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensuring equipment is in order, and stock supplies. Additionally, they assist with fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes using a dishwasher or by hand.
Put away clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans
Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
Sweep and wash floors
Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
May perform a variety of food preparation duties as directed by the Head Chef and/or Sous Chef such as salad bar and cold dishes
Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work well as part of a team.
Working knowledge operating a commercial dishwasher
Be familiar with the industry's best practices

Preferred Education and Experience:

Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred
Ability to pass a background check
Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Special Demands:

The work environment can be loud and busy. There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery floors.
Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.
Required to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals

Why Join Upper Crust Food Service?

We offer a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to lead a flagship account within Seattle collegiate landscape.

Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Pet insurance
A competitive 401(K) with company match up to 4% of pay, eligible after 1 year
Optional protection including Life & AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability & Accident coverage
Referral Bonuses – Rewards for bringing in qualified new hires
Summer Employment Opportunities - travel across the country to work in new locations

Ready to lead the next era of campus dining? Apply today to join a team dedicated to culinary excellence and student success.

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