Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, dependable, and hardworking Dishwasher to join our team. This position is critical to the success of our restaurant. The ideal candidate takes pride in cleanliness, works with urgency, stays productive without constant supervision, and understands that a clean kitchen is the foundation of a successful operation.
Responsibilities
- Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment efficiently and thoroughly.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary dishwashing area throughout the shift.
- Follow all handwashing procedures and wash hands frequently, including after handling dirty dishes, trash, chemicals, raw food products, using the restroom, eating, drinking, or any activity that could contaminate hands.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
- Properly set up and maintain dishwashing and sanitizing solutions according to company procedures.
- Ensure all dishes, utensils, and equipment are properly cleaned, rinsed, sanitized, and air-dried before use.
- Keep up with dish volume during busy service periods without compromising cleanliness or sanitation.
- Regularly clean sinks, dish tables, drains, floors, walls, and surrounding work areas.
- Remove trash and recycling promptly and maintain clean waste areas.
- Sweep and mop kitchen floors as needed and during closing procedures.
- Report any equipment issues, safety hazards, or sanitation concerns immediately.
- Wear proper personal protective equipment and follow all workplace safety guidelines.
- Support overall kitchen cleanliness and assist with cleaning projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Ideal Candidate
- Maintains excellent personal hygiene and sanitation habits.
What Success Looks Like
- Dishes never pile up during service.
- Proper handwashing and sanitation standards are consistently followed.
- Clean, sanitized dishes are always available when needed.
- The dish area remains clean, organized, and safe throughout the shift.
- Closing cleaning tasks are completed thoroughly and on time.
- The kitchen operates smoothly because cleanliness and sanitation are maintained at a high level.
- Understands the importance of proper handwashing and food safety.
- Works quickly while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
- Takes pride in keeping a clean and organized work environment.
- Works well under pressure and as part of a team.
- Physically capable of standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
