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Dishwasher at Alexander Guest House

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $14.50

From $11.25 to $14.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

401(k)

401(k)

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible spending account

Flexible spending account

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dishwasher at Bonefish Grill

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Dishwasher at LongHorn Steakhouse

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.00

From $12.50 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

holiday closures

holiday closures

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Mobile app scheduling

Mobile app scheduling

Dishwasher at Ruth's Chris

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Dishwasher at Olive Garden

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.00

From $12.50 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401K Savings Plan

401K Savings Plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Dishwasher at PF Changs

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.00

From $14.00 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Dishwasher at Ruth's Chris

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.00

From $12.50 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Dishwasher/Janitor at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

weekly pay

weekly pay

Dishwasher/Janitor at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $15.50

From $12.00 to $15.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Positive work culture

Positive work culture

Dishwasher (Kinzel Way) at Texas Roadhouse

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

short-term disability

short-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Identity Theft Protection

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Business travel insurance

Annual holiday bonus

Annual holiday bonus

IHOP Dishwasher/Busser - Kingston Pike at IHOP

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $12.00

Exact $12.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

IHOP Dishwasher/Busser - Maryville at IHOP Maryville

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $12.00

Exact $12.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.25 - $14.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance

Job Description

This job opening is with an established food service department operating within a healthcare or residential care facility setting, where the focus is on delivering quality food service to residents while maintaining strict adherence to cleanliness and safety standards. The company prides itself on meeting all federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations to ensure that resident care and satisfaction are always prioritized. The food service department operates under the supervision of a Food Services Director, who oversees all food preparation, sanitation, and service activities to guarantee compliance and quality. The organization values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement in order... Show More

Job Requirements

  • must be able to read, write and speak the English language
  • must possess as a minimum, a high school diploma
  • must be able to follow safety precautions in dietary
  • must wear appropriate slip resistant shoes

Job Qualifications

  • must be able to read, write and speak the English language
  • must possess as a minimum, a high school diploma
  • must be able to follow safety precautions in dietary
  • must wear appropriate slip resistant shoes
  • recommended training in cost control, food management, diet therapy, etc

Job Duties

  • maintains cleanliness of kitchen and dining room
  • ensures all dishware and preparation tools are clean and sanitized after each use
  • assists in preparation and service of food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies and regulations
  • keeps work area clean and uncluttered
  • maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service
  • records temperatures of food according to established policy
  • maintains the proper temperature and sanitation of dish machine during use
  • records temperatures of dish machine according to established policy
  • labels, dates and stores food and chemicals properly according to established policies
  • ensures that refrigerator/freezer temperatures are within the appropriate range and reports any discrepancies to the supervisor
  • washes pots, pans, serving utensils, etc. according to established procedures for manual and/or automatic dishwashing, then stores them away properly to avoid contamination
  • reports all hazardous and malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor as directed
  • makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding improvements in equipment, etc. to enhance the quality of the food service
  • develops and maintains a good working relationship, in a cooperative manner, with all employees in the food service department and other departments in the facility
  • participates in programs for in-service education, on-the-job training and orientation classes for newly assigned department personnel
  • maintains confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to ensure resident rights are protected

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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Posted 3 days ago

Dishwasher at Alexander Guest House

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $14.50

From $11.25 to $14.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

401(k)

401(k)

401(k) matching

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible spending account

Flexible spending account

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Posted 14 days ago

Dishwasher at Bonefish Grill

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Posted 14 days ago

Dishwasher at LongHorn Steakhouse

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.00

From $12.50 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

holiday closures

holiday closures

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Mobile app scheduling

Mobile app scheduling

Posted 1 month ago

Dishwasher at Ruth's Chris

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Posted 1 month ago

Dishwasher at Olive Garden

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.00

From $12.50 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401K Savings Plan

401K Savings Plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Posted 1 month ago

Dishwasher at PF Changs

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $14.00 to $17.00

From $14.00 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Posted 1 month ago

Dishwasher at Ruth's Chris

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.50 to $16.00

From $12.50 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k)

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Referral program

Referral program

Posted 14 days ago

Dishwasher/Janitor at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

weekly pay

weekly pay

Posted 14 days ago

Dishwasher/Janitor at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $15.50

From $12.00 to $15.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Positive work culture

Positive work culture

Posted 2 months ago

Dishwasher (Kinzel Way) at Texas Roadhouse

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

short-term disability

short-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Identity Theft Protection

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Business travel insurance

Annual holiday bonus

Annual holiday bonus

Posted 14 days ago

IHOP Dishwasher/Busser - Kingston Pike at IHOP

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $12.00

Exact $12.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

Posted 13 days ago

IHOP Dishwasher/Busser - Maryville at IHOP Maryville

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite
Exact $12.00

Exact $12.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Family discounts

Family discounts

on the job training

on the job training

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Discount Program

Discount Program

12 Entry Level Dishwasher Jobs in Knoxville, TN - April 2026

Browse 12 entry level Dishwasher jobs in Knoxville, TN. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Dishwasher Jobs in Knoxville, TN

Employers in Knoxville, TN are actively hiring entry level Dishwasher staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Dishwasher Openings

There has been 1 jobs for Dishwasher positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Dishwasher Salary in Knoxville, TN

Entry level Dishwasher pay in Knoxville, TN typically ranges from $23,400 per year to $35,400 per year, with average earnings near $27,900 per year or $13.4 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $23,400 per year
  • Average wage: $27,900 per year or $13.4 per hour
  • Highest wage: $35,400 per year

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Why Entry Level Dishwasher Jobs Are Common in Knoxville, TN

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Knoxville, TN create steady demand for entry level Dishwasher positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Dishwasher Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Dishwasher roles in Knoxville, TN include:

  • PF Changs
  • Ruth's Chris
  • Olive Garden

Dishwasher Job Benefits and Perks in Knoxville, TN

Many entry level Dishwasher jobs in Knoxville, TN offer Dental Insurance, 401(k) matching, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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