DISHWASHER (PART TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $26.77
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits

Job Description

Restaurant Associates is a premier foodservice provider renowned for delivering exceptional dining and event catering experiences across some of the nation’s most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate venues. As a part of Compass Group, one of the world's leading foodservice companies, Restaurant Associates prides itself on crafting innovative culinary offerings paired with outstanding service. The company’s commitment to quality and employee satisfaction has earned it distinction, including recognition through Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards as one of the Best Places to Work. This commitment extends to both full-time and part-time team members, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where associates are valued and empowered.

The current opening is for a part-time Dishwasher position located at Harvard Business School, Boston, MA. This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in fast-paced, back-of-house environments and have prior dishwashing and kitchen experience. The part-time schedule includes weekend shifts, specifically Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM and Sundays from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The compensation for this role is competitively set at $26.77 per hour, offering a fair wage for a pivotal role within the kitchen team.

The dishwasher’s responsibilities are vital to maintaining hygienic standards and operational efficiency in the kitchen. This position involves scrupulously cleaning dishes, pots, pans, trays, and kitchen equipment to ensure they are sanitized and ready for use. The dishwasher also maintains cleanliness throughout the kitchen and work areas, handling tasks like sweeping, mopping, and trash removal in compliance with safety and sanitation standards. This role also includes polishing silverware with specialized equipment and ensuring that all dishwashing equipment is properly maintained by monitoring temperature and chemical levels.

Working at Restaurant Associates means being part of a team dedicated to excellence, not just in foodservice but also in workplace culture. Employees benefit from a comprehensive range of perks and programs designed to support well-being and professional growth. These include retirement plans, associate shopping programs, health and wellness initiatives, and a variety of voluntary benefits such as pet insurance and legal services. Full-time employees also enjoy health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision, along with life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts.

Additionally, Restaurant Associates emphasizes compliance with safety practices, including the use of protective gloves and proper lifting techniques, to foster a secure and healthy work environment. Associates may also qualify for paid or unpaid time off in line with federal, state, and local regulations. HR policies ensure that all applications and employment practices uphold fairness, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination, reinforcing the company’s inclusive ethos.

In summary, this part-time Dishwasher position offers an exciting opportunity to join a respected industry leader dedicated to quality and employee development. The role is essential to the smooth operation of the kitchen at Harvard Business School, offering competitive pay and the chance to be part of a company celebrated for its workplace culture and commitment to excellence.

Job Requirements

  • Previous back-of-house and dishwashing experience
  • Ability to work weekend shifts including Saturdays and Sundays
  • Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and standing for extended periods
  • Willingness to follow safety guidelines and company policies
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members
  • Compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Availability to work part-time schedule

Job Qualifications

  • Previous back-of-house and dishwashing experience
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • Familiarity with dishwashing equipment and safety procedures
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Good physical stamina to stand and perform repetitive tasks
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to follow safety and hygiene protocols

Job Duties

  • Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment
  • Ensures complete cleanliness and sanitation
  • Washes pots, pans and trays based on assigned procedures
  • Polishes silver using burnishing machine, chemical dip, buffing wheel and hand cloth depending on assigned equipment and procedures
  • Ensures compliance with outlined safety procedures
  • Maintains temperatures and chemical levels as outlined by provided standards
  • Keeps dish area orderly and in compliance with safety standards
  • Sweeps and mops kitchen floors to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards
  • Washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, meat blocks and other food prep surfaces
  • Removes trash and places it in designated containers
  • Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans
  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas
  • Helps load and unload supplies and product
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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