Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Job Description
JK Hospitality is a franchise organization operating within the dynamic and customer-focused realm of the restaurant industry. As an independent franchisee of the Golden Corral Corporation, JK Hospitality is dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences with a focus on cleanliness, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. The company values energetic and friendly individuals who are committed to maintaining high standards of service in every aspect of the restaurant environment. Guests often emphasize the importance of cleanliness as a deciding factor for repeat visits, underscoring the critical role that every team member plays in delivering a memorable dining experience. JK Hospitality prides itself on fostering a pleasant, safe, and welcoming atmosphere both inside and outside its restaurant locations. The franchise operates independently, making all hiring decisions and management choices autonomously, always prioritizing the welfare and satisfaction of its guests and employees alike.
The Utility Person / Dishwasher role at JK Hospitality is an essential position that directly influences the quality of the guest experience. This position encompasses a wide variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring that the restaurant remains clean, organized, and well-stocked throughout the day. The Utility Person / Dishwasher provides clean and sparkling silverware and dishes to guests, which is fundamental to maintaining a high standard of hygiene and guest satisfaction. They play a key role in upholding health department regulations by thoroughly cleaning dining areas, restrooms, and the exterior of the restaurant, including parking lots and dumpster areas. This role requires attention to detail, dedication, and a strong work ethic to consistently meet and exceed cleanliness and service standards set by JK Hospitality and local health authorities.
In addition to maintaining cleanliness, this role involves operational duties such as stocking the cook, line, and server areas with the necessary supplies, such as glasses, silverware, and dishes, to ensure seamless service flow. The Utility Person / Dishwasher must also be proactive in reporting equipment or facility issues to the management team, contributing to overall operational efficiency and a safe work environment. A critical component of the role is the ability to manage time effectively, guaranteeing just-in-time delivery of materials and equipment to various service areas, ensuring no disruption in the guest dining experience. Individuals who excel in this position are not only efficient and organized but also possess a strong customer service orientation, understanding how their work contributes directly to a positive guest experience.
Working at JK Hospitality offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values cleanliness, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant setting, can handle physical tasks associated with cleaning and dishwashing, and who take pride in their contribution to a team environment. The position demands responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in every task performed. JK Hospitality supports its employees with clear expectations and opportunities for growth within the restaurant operations. Joining JK Hospitality means becoming part of a franchise organization that is independently owned and operated, with a dedicated management team that values each team member’s contribution to the overall success of the restaurant. The Utility Person / Dishwasher role is a vital part of this team, ensuring that every guest experiences a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment, encouraging repeat visits and fostering long-term customer loyalty.
The Utility Person / Dishwasher role at JK Hospitality is an essential position that directly influences the quality of the guest experience. This position encompasses a wide variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring that the restaurant remains clean, organized, and well-stocked throughout the day. The Utility Person / Dishwasher provides clean and sparkling silverware and dishes to guests, which is fundamental to maintaining a high standard of hygiene and guest satisfaction. They play a key role in upholding health department regulations by thoroughly cleaning dining areas, restrooms, and the exterior of the restaurant, including parking lots and dumpster areas. This role requires attention to detail, dedication, and a strong work ethic to consistently meet and exceed cleanliness and service standards set by JK Hospitality and local health authorities.
In addition to maintaining cleanliness, this role involves operational duties such as stocking the cook, line, and server areas with the necessary supplies, such as glasses, silverware, and dishes, to ensure seamless service flow. The Utility Person / Dishwasher must also be proactive in reporting equipment or facility issues to the management team, contributing to overall operational efficiency and a safe work environment. A critical component of the role is the ability to manage time effectively, guaranteeing just-in-time delivery of materials and equipment to various service areas, ensuring no disruption in the guest dining experience. Individuals who excel in this position are not only efficient and organized but also possess a strong customer service orientation, understanding how their work contributes directly to a positive guest experience.
Working at JK Hospitality offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values cleanliness, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant setting, can handle physical tasks associated with cleaning and dishwashing, and who take pride in their contribution to a team environment. The position demands responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in every task performed. JK Hospitality supports its employees with clear expectations and opportunities for growth within the restaurant operations. Joining JK Hospitality means becoming part of a franchise organization that is independently owned and operated, with a dedicated management team that values each team member’s contribution to the overall success of the restaurant. The Utility Person / Dishwasher role is a vital part of this team, ensuring that every guest experiences a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment, encouraging repeat visits and fostering long-term customer loyalty.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to lift heavy objects
- reliability and punctuality
- willingness to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- adherence to health and safety standards
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- prior experience in restaurant cleaning or dishwashing is advantageous
- ability to follow health and safety regulations
- strong attention to detail
- ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
- good communication skills
- physical stamina to handle cleaning and dishwashing duties
Job Duties
- Provides clean, sparkling silverware and dishes to the guest
- cleans the inside of the restaurant to provide a pleasant, safe environment for guests and co-workers
- cleans around the outside of the building and the parking lot
- checks, cleans, and stocks the rest rooms
- empties trash into the dumpster and keeps the dumpster, trash cans and back dock area clean
- thoroughly cleans and organizes the utility area
- performs duty roster and ensures cleanliness, services, and quality standards are met
- follows local health department laws
- stocks cook, line, and server areas with appropriate glasses, silverware, and dishes
- maintains excellent organization, speed, and cleanliness
- brings equipment and facility problems to the attention of the manager
- knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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