
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $10.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
Flexible Hours
Health Insurance
401(k)
vacation
Training
meal discounts
Job Description
Applebee's is a leading American casual dining restaurant chain known for its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, serving a variety of American classics including appetizers, entrees, and beverages. Established with a focus on community and great dining experiences, Applebee's operates numerous locations across the United States, offering not just food but a friendly environment where guests can relax and enjoy quality meals. The company prides itself on maintaining a culture that is fun, friendly, and inclusive, ensuring both employees and customers feel valued and engaged in a positive environment. Applebee's commitment to excellence extends beyond food and service to include a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and dining area.
The Dishwasher position at Applebee's is crucial to the smooth operation of the kitchen and overall restaurant workflow. This role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen work areas, dishware, utensils, and cooking equipment. The position involves assisting with food preparation procedures and ensuring that all dishes, pots, pans, and trays are cleaned promptly and thoroughly. This position supports the kitchen staff by taking charge of dishwashing duties, waste disposal, and keeping work surfaces sanitized to meet health and safety standards. Through this role, employees help create an efficient and organized kitchen environment that enables chefs and cooks to focus on food preparation and meeting guest satisfaction.
The Dishwasher's day-to-day duties include scrapping and pre-rinsing dirty dishes, loading and operating the dishwashing machine, washing items by hand when necessary, removing trash and garbage, cleaning work stations and equipment, and assembling or breaking down the dish machine. This position requires physical stamina to handle tasks such as transporting cases weighing up to 50 pounds multiple times a day and performing duties in hot and damp environments. Additionally, employees must be vigilant and able to respond to emergency situations to ensure the safety of themselves and others in the workplace.
Working at Applebee's as a dishwasher offers opportunities for growth within the hospitality industry. The company provides competitive pay and flexible hours, making it an attractive option for individuals seeking part-time or full-time employment with room to advance. Applebee's also offers benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) plans, vacation time (subject to eligibility), structured training programs, and meal discounts to support staff in their personal and professional development. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working in dynamic, fast-paced environments and want to be part of a team that values inclusivity, teamwork, and excellent customer service.
The Dishwasher position at Applebee's is crucial to the smooth operation of the kitchen and overall restaurant workflow. This role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen work areas, dishware, utensils, and cooking equipment. The position involves assisting with food preparation procedures and ensuring that all dishes, pots, pans, and trays are cleaned promptly and thoroughly. This position supports the kitchen staff by taking charge of dishwashing duties, waste disposal, and keeping work surfaces sanitized to meet health and safety standards. Through this role, employees help create an efficient and organized kitchen environment that enables chefs and cooks to focus on food preparation and meeting guest satisfaction.
The Dishwasher's day-to-day duties include scrapping and pre-rinsing dirty dishes, loading and operating the dishwashing machine, washing items by hand when necessary, removing trash and garbage, cleaning work stations and equipment, and assembling or breaking down the dish machine. This position requires physical stamina to handle tasks such as transporting cases weighing up to 50 pounds multiple times a day and performing duties in hot and damp environments. Additionally, employees must be vigilant and able to respond to emergency situations to ensure the safety of themselves and others in the workplace.
Working at Applebee's as a dishwasher offers opportunities for growth within the hospitality industry. The company provides competitive pay and flexible hours, making it an attractive option for individuals seeking part-time or full-time employment with room to advance. Applebee's also offers benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) plans, vacation time (subject to eligibility), structured training programs, and meal discounts to support staff in their personal and professional development. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working in dynamic, fast-paced environments and want to be part of a team that values inclusivity, teamwork, and excellent customer service.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous kitchen or dishwashing experience preferred
- physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- basic understanding of kitchen sanitation and safety practices
Job Qualifications
- Ability to transport cases up to 50 pounds multiple times per day
- ability to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on both high and low shelves
- experience working in both indoor and outdoor environments
- ability to work in hot and damp conditions
- ability to respond effectively in emergency situations to ensure personal and others safety
Job Duties
- Scrapes and pre-rinses food from dirty dishes and places them in dishwashing machine
- washes pots, pans, and trays by hand and/or machine
- completes all assigned prep work
- removes trash and garbage to dumpster area
- washes work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors
- cleans garbage cans and trash receptacles
- assembles, maintains and breaks down dish machine
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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