Dishwasher (Part-Time, Seasonal) Happy Valley

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Benefits

Competitive pay with a tip pool
Generous team member discounts on dining
Generous team member discounts on wine
Generous team member discounts on merchandise
Competitive health benefits for full time employees
Competitive vacation benefits for full time employees
Continuous growth opportunities

Job Description

Willamette Valley Vineyards is a renowned winery located in the beautiful Happy Valley area of Oregon, known for its exceptional wines and picturesque tasting room experience. The winery is dedicated to cultivating high-quality grapes and producing award-winning wines that capture the unique terroir of the Willamette Valley. With a strong commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and delivering an outstanding customer experience, Willamette Valley Vineyards has established itself as a beloved destination for wine enthusiasts and visitors looking to enjoy Oregon's best food and wine pairing experiences.

As a part-time dishwasher at the Willamette Valley Vineyards tasting room, you will play an essential role in supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen and overall tasting room experience. This position offers the opportunity to join a passionate team that not only values great attitudes but also storytelling about Willamette Valley Vineyards through every interaction. The dishwasher position works afternoons and evenings from Wednesday through Sunday, aimed at maintaining cleanliness and efficiency in the kitchen area to ensure guests always enjoy a premium food and wine tasting environment.

The dishwasher duties include sorting, rinsing, and washing dishes, glasses, tableware, and cooking utensils using dish machines as well as manual washing methods. This role requires attention to detail in keeping the kitchen area clean and organized, including changing dishwater regularly, removing trash to dumpsters, sweeping and mopping floors, and managing the dishwashing station set up and break down. Furthermore, the dishwasher supports company sustainability efforts and adheres to quality, environmental, and safety regulations.

Willamette Valley Vineyards encourages continuous growth and offers competitive pay with a tip pool alongside generous team member discounts on dining, wine, and merchandise. While this role is part-time, full-time employees may benefit from health and vacation offerings, further enhancing the overall benefits package. As a dishwasher, you contribute directly to the success of the tasting room by ensuring clean and sanitized dishes so the front-of-house team can provide seamless service to customers enjoying Oregon's rich wine culture. This role is ideal for individuals with previous kitchen or restaurant experience who are enthusiastic about the food and wine industry and want to be part of a fast-growing and respected company.

Job Requirements

  • Previous experience in kitchens required
  • must be 18 or over
  • must have or be willing to obtain an Oregon Food Handlers permit before start date

Job Qualifications

  • Previous experience working in kitchens or restaurants
  • ability to work afternoons and evenings, Wednesday through Sunday
  • great attitude and willingness to share stories about Willamette Valley Vineyards and its wine journey
  • a commitment to teamwork and supporting company culture
  • ability to comply with quality, environmental, and safety standards
  • willingness to participate in company meetings and contribute to ongoing improvement
  • ability to follow company policies and procedures
  • dedication to fostering a sustainable and green environment

Job Duties

  • Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glasses, tableware, and other cooking utensils and place them in racks and send them through the dish machine
  • sort and stack clean dishes
  • carry clean dishes to the cook line and other proper storage areas
  • rewash soiled dishes before delivering
  • change the dishwater in the dish machine every hour
  • wash pots, pans and trays by hand
  • remove trash and garbage to the dumpster
  • set up and break down the dishwashing area
  • clean and roll/unroll mats
  • sweep and mop floors
  • assemble and disassemble dish machine
  • sweep up trash around the exterior of the restaurant and garbage dumpster
  • wipe up any spills to ensure kitchen floors remain dry
  • responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental, and safety regulatory considerations
  • attend meetings as required by management
  • support company’s effort to create a more sustainable, cross-cultural and green environment
  • ensure all company policies and procedures are followed
  • assist in developing policies and procedures as needed
  • collaborate with all department managers towards profitability and help drive the vision and mission

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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