Job Type
Part-time
Description
The Dishwasher maintains high standards of cleanliness, safety, and sanitation for all dishware, glassware, silverware, and cooking equipment. This role supports the entire culinary and service team by ensuring a steady, fast supply of clean tools during peak hours.Key Responsibilities
- Wash & Sanitize: Scrape, rinse, and load plates, bowls, silverware, and glassware into commercial dishwashing machines, and hand-wash oversized pots, pans, and delicate items.
- Stock & Store: Safely return clean dishes, utensils, and cookware to designated shelves and line stations quickly.
- Maintain Equipment: Monitor machine temperatures, soap levels, and sanitizer concentrations, and report any mechanical issues to management.
- Clean the Workspace: Sweep and mop kitchen floors, clean floor mats, empty trash and recycling bins, and keep the dish pit tidy throughout the shift.
- Support Kitchen Staff: Assist with basic prep work, unloading food deliveries, or closing tasks as requested by the chef or manager.
Requirements
- Education: No formal degree or high school diploma is strictly required.
- Experience: Prior experience in a restaurant or commercial kitchen is preferred, though entry-level candidates with a strong work ethic are welcome.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long shifts, bend, and lift heavy racks or pots (frequently up to 30–50 pounds).
- Sanitation Knowledge: Understanding of basic food safety rules, chemical safety (SDS sheets), and hygiene standards.
- Reliability: Punctual, detail-oriented, and able to work well under pressure during busy service rushes.