Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.90
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Benefits

weekly pay
Competitive salaries
flexible schedules
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
voluntary benefits
401(k) plan with Company Match
Anniversary pay
shift meal discounts
Guest meal discounts
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned restaurant chain with a rich history that began with a family-owned restaurant and a vision to offer people a special connection to seafood and the coast. More than fifty years later, Red Lobster operates over 500 restaurants, each serving as an extension of the founding passion. The company prides itself on creating a welcoming environment where every seat at the table represents commitment to quality meals and special moments for customers. Red Lobster is deeply embedded in the communities it serves, turning new guests into familiar faces. Known for its dedication to fresh seafood and distinct dining experiences, Red Lobster has grown to become a beloved destination for families and seafood enthusiasts alike.

This job opening is for the position of Dishwasher/Utility in one of Red Lobster’s restaurants. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the entire restaurant, including washing dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment with care and safety. The dishwasher is an essential team member who ensures that kitchen operations run smoothly by operating dishwashing machinery correctly and safely, disposing of trash responsibly, and supporting cooks with food preparation tasks like making the signature "Cheddar Bay Biscuits." Attention to detail, teamwork, and maintaining focus on both staff and patrons are fundamental aspects of this role. Employees are expected to uphold all sanitation and safety protocols to guarantee a safe and hygienic environment. This role offers competitive hourly pay between $16.90 and $25.00, weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and several benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance starting at less than $10 per week. Additional perks include life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service, anniversary pay, discounted meals during shifts, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest. Red Lobster also invests in its employees through training and career advancement opportunities, making this position ideal for individuals seeking growth within a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a family that values inclusion, equality, and a welcoming workplace. The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to stand for up to 12 hours, safely lift up to 30 pounds, and perform tasks requiring bending, reaching, and crouching. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. With exciting plans for the future and a reputation for excellent team culture, Red Lobster offers a rewarding career for those passionate about hospitality and seafood service.

Job Requirements

  • Meet minimum age and be authorized to work in the United States
  • ability to bend, reach, crouch, and safely lift up to 30 pounds
  • capacity to stand for 8 to 12-hour shifts
  • ability to work well in a team with attention to detail and multitasking capability

Job Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a restaurant or hospitality role preferred but not required
  • ability to safely operate dishwasher equipment
  • strong attention to detail
  • ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • good communication skills
  • basic food safety knowledge is an advantage

Job Duties

  • Clean and maintain all restaurant areas
  • clean and sanitize all dishes, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils
  • operate dishwasher and other equipment safely and correctly
  • empty all kitchen and other area trash
  • work as a team supporting cooks with prep work, making "Cheddar Bay Biscuits," and other tasks as needed
  • focus on team and customers making decisions with their best interest in mind
  • follow all cleaning and safety protocols

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