Dishwasher Job Responsibilities:

• Washes, stacks, sorts, and stores dishes, glassware, utensils, and cookware.
• Maintains a clean kitchen and keeps dish area organized and free of clutter.
• Sets up dish stations, including dishwashing machines and sinks.
• Maintains clean, dry floors throughout the shift.
• Cleans and sanitizes storage areas, including freezers and refrigerators.
• Assists in storing food deliveries.
• Monitors trash cans throughout shift, making sure to removes full trashcans and boxes as needed and at the end of each shift.
• Maintains the cleanliness of dry storage areas and the organization of storage shelves.
• Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef and other managers as needed.
• Follows sanitation and cleaning procedures.
• Ensures that dishwashers are in working order and reports problems as they arise.
• Assists with closing, including aiding in the sanitation of cooking and food preparation stations.

Dishwasher Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong worker ethic
• Safety focus
• Passion for cleanliness and hygiene
• Diligence
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and safety procedures
• Efficiency
• Customer service
• Planning, organization, and multi-tasking skills
• Self-motivated with a high energy level
• Verbal communication skills
• Flexibility

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED a plus
• Hospitality industry, especially kitchen experience a plus
• Current food handlers card and other certification as required by federal, state, or local law a plus