Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Elgin
Description

 

The ideal candidate believes in showing up on time for work, helping other employees in the kitchen as needed, and following all sanitary and health-related protocols.

Job Responsibilities Include:

  • Collect soiled dishes from dining areas and transport them to the kitchen
  • Ensure that soiled dishes are stacked properly so that they can be picked easily for washing purposes
  • Mix liquid soap and ensure that sponges are properly immersed in the liquid
  • Clean dishes and flatware with water in order to clear them of dirt
  • Soap down dishes and ensure that they are rinsed properly
  • Place washed dishware and flatware on drying racks
  • Use drying cloth to dry dishes and flatware completely
  • Load soap and water into dishwashers
  • Place dishes appropriately in the dishwasher
  • Switch the dishwasher on for the right amount of time and keep a watch on the timer
  • Remove washed dishes from the dishwasher and make arrangements to dry them if needed
  • Stack dishes properly in cupboards
  • Maintain kitchen work areas and receive and store kitchen supplies
  • Sweep the kitchen floor and take the trash out
  • Ensure that the kitchen floor is properly sanitized
  • Perform preventative and regular maintenance on dishwashers and ovens
  • Mop stockrooms and report any hazardous situations to the kitchen or maintenance manager
  • Ensure that all dish-cleaning equipment and supplies are stocked properly
  • Assist kitchen staff with food preparation duties when needed


Skills

  • Excellent critical thinking and time management skills
  • Willingness to work in a hot, humid environment and on your feet for 8-hour shifts
  • No experience required (we're willing to train)
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Ability to operate industrial machinery and carry loads up to 20 lbs


HOURS & REQUIREMENTS

  • 29-32 hrs. 
  • Weekends Required
  • Holidays Required
  • Day/Night Shift
  • One location


  • Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly 
  • elgincc.com


Job Type: Part-time

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative


Pay: $16.00



Benefits:

  • Employee discount



Requirements

 Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Dishwasher: 2 years (Required)
  • restaurant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person