Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.75 - $14.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Entry level position
flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Employee Discounts
team environment

Job Description

This job opportunity is with a dynamic restaurant environment focused on maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen area. The establishment values diligence and reliability from its team members to help support smooth kitchen operations and high standards for cleanliness. Working in a restaurant dish room is a vital role, ensuring that all tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment are cleaned properly so that the kitchen and dining areas can function seamlessly.

The role is an entry-level position ideal for individuals interested in gaining experience in the restaurant industry. The position involves responsibilities such as washing and cleaning tableware and kitchenware, operating dishwashing machines, and maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the dish room. This job not only demands physical endurance but also attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, hot, and often noisy environment.

Dishwashers in this restaurant play a critical role in upholding health and safety standards by monitoring the water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycles and promptly reporting any mechanical issues. The position requires organizing clean dishware to ensure adequate availability for kitchen and dining use, as well as managing cleaning supplies and trash disposal. The person in this role must be able to perform repetitive physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, which are common in a bustling kitchen setting.

Furthermore, dishwashers may occasionally assist with light food preparation and portioning or fill in other roles as necessary to support the overall efficiency of the restaurant as directed by management. This shows the role’s potential for exposure to multiple aspects of restaurant operations, making it a good entry point for someone seeking long-term growth within the food service industry.

Employment type is typically full-time or part-time, depending on the restaurant’s staffing needs, and it is a wage-based position suitable for individuals at least 16 years of age. The entry-level nature of the role means that no prior restaurant experience is required, making it an excellent opportunity for young workers or those entering the workforce for the first time. This position helps build foundational skills in teamwork, time management, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in a food service environment, which can be valuable stepping stones for career development.

In summary, this dishwasher position within this restaurant establishment is a foundational job critical to ensuring operational efficiency and cleanliness in a busy restaurant setting. With the requirement to work in a physically demanding environment, this role requires commitment and reliability. However, it also offers a pathway for individuals interested in starting their hospitality career, with opportunities to learn and assist in various kitchen and restaurant operations.

Job Requirements

  • Be 16 years of age
  • Be able to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time
  • Be physically able to lift, reach, bend and stoop
  • Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
  • Be able to safely lift bags, cases, and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift

Job Qualifications

  • Be 16 years of age
  • No previous restaurant experience required
  • Be able to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time
  • Be physically able to lift, reach, bend and stoop
  • Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
  • Be able to safely lift bags, cases, and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift

Job Duties

  • Load, run, and unload dish machine
  • Keep the dish machine clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately
  • Monitor dish machine's water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle
  • Wash and store tableware and kitchenware
  • Keep dish room clean and organized
  • Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for the dining room and kitchen
  • Preform trash audits every 15 minutes
  • Bag and haul dish room trash to dumpster at appropriate times
  • Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss
  • Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies
  • Clean food preparation and production areas as required
  • Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor
  • Help with light prep and portioning

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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