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Dish Machine Operator

Job Overview

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Training and development opportunities

Job Description

Black Bear Diner is a beloved restaurant chain known for its hearty American comfort food and welcoming atmosphere. Established with a commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences, the company has grown into a popular destination for families and individuals seeking homestyle meals and friendly service. The restaurant prides itself on creating a warm and inviting environment where guests can enjoy quality food made from scratch, coupled with attentive customer care. As a well-established player in the hospitality sector, Black Bear Diner emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and service across all locations.

The role of a Dish Machine Operator at Black Bear Diner is a vital position within the kitchen team. This entry-level role is essential to ensuring that all dining utensils and service ware are properly cleaned, sanitized, and ready for use by the rest of the crew. A clean and well-stocked dish room contributes directly to a smooth and efficient dining service, enabling cooks and servers to focus on delivering great food and superior guest experiences. The Dish Machine Operator is entrusted with managing the dishwashing process, which includes operating the industrial dishwashing machine, maintaining the cleanliness of the dish room, and monitoring water temperature and chemical levels to meet sanitation standards. Candidates do not need prior restaurant experience, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start a career in the food service industry or those seeking reliable employment with room for growth.

Responsibilities include loading, running, and unloading the dish machine, keeping the machine clean and reporting any operational issues, and ensuring that all tableware and kitchenware are washed and stored correctly. The role also involves maintaining a clean and organized dish room area, handling tableware carefully to prevent damage, assisting other crew members with cleaning and organizing tasks, and managing trash disposal timely and efficiently. Completing side work and other duties assigned by the manager-on-duty are also part of the job requirements. This position plays a crucial role in the overall restaurant operation and guest satisfaction, emphasizing dependability, attention to detail, and a positive work ethic. Working as a Dish Machine Operator at Black Bear Diner provides an opportunity to be a key team member in a supportive and fast-paced environment, contributing directly to the success of the dining experience and the restaurant's reputation.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy items
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • Ability to follow instructions accurately
  • Good communication skills
  • Reliable work ethic

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to operate dishwashing equipment safely
  • Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Good organizational skills
  • Basic physical stamina to handle repetitive tasks
  • Willingness to follow safety and sanitation procedures
  • No previous restaurant experience required

Job Duties

  • Load, run and unload dish machine
  • Keep the dish machine clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately
  • Monitor dish machine water temperature and chemical usage to ensure sanitary wash cycle
  • Wash and store all tableware and kitchenware
  • Keep dish room clean and organized
  • Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room and kitchen
  • Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss
  • Assist other employees as needed in cleaning and organizing
  • Bag and haul dish room trash to dumpster at designed times
  • Complete side work for station and shift
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the manager-on-duty

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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