Dishwashers contribute to the efficient and effective administration of the restaurant experience by supplying guests and employees with tableware that has been cleaned and sanitized according to established standards. Key responsibilities washing, placing, setting up and maintaining clean tableware, receiving, replenishing, and rotating stock according to established back-of-house standard operations manuals. Dishwashers are highly knowledgeable of all Company safety and sanitation policies, procedures, and protocols, and are flexible in responding to operational needs with a “can-do” approach.
Essential Job Duties:
Washes, places, sets-up and maintains tableware (i.e., plates, utensils, glassware, etc.) in accordance with cleaning and sanitation standards, back-of-house operating manuals, and IDPRP manual.
Receives, replenishes, and rotates stock according to established back-of-house standard operating manuals.
Performs all cleaning and sanitation of all kitchen-related items and equipment, designated spaces and waste materials.
Responsible for setting up dish machine in the morning and closing down machine in the evening, reports and troubleshoots dish machine malfunctions.
As requested by management, performs other work activities to support the safe and efficient operation of the restaurant.
Education,Experience and Behavior Requirements:
Education and Certification:
High School Diploma/GED required or 1 year of experience
Work Behaviors:
Exemplifies the Company’s values (PRIDE)
Demonstrates a responsive, caring and respectful approach in all personal interactions with others
Wears approved manufacturer certified slip resistant or non-slip shoes at all times while working
Complies with all safety and sanitation, code of conduct, work rules and management instructions, deadlines, policies and procedures
Complies with all hygiene and personal grooming requirements
Arrives to work on time in designated restaurant uniform
Fosters a workplace culture of hospitality, respect, safety and sanitation
Participates in all required trainings and completes all required examinations
Team player and can-do mindset in supporting all business operational needs
Knowledge and Skills:
Ability to operate dishwashing machinery
Basic interpersonal and communication skills in order to effectively engage others verbally
Ability to listen and speak in basic English in order to maintain effective communications in the performance of essential job functions
Ability to read and comprehend basic data sources, written work instructions, policies, procedures and other work materials in English in order to perform essential duties in accordance with safety, sanitation and operational standards and trainings
Physical Demands
Frequent lifting, moving and carrying of plate ware, cleaning equipment, garbage etc. weighing up to 70 pounds in the back-of-house
Regular and prolonged standing and walking to wash dishes, move garbage, etc.
Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to deliver food, pick up dirty dishware, etc.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms
Constant bending, stooping and turning to place dishes in machine, etc.
Constant exposure to hot and damp temperature fluctuations
Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.
Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.
