Dishwasher

Job Overview

Core Duties

• Wash Dishes, Glassware, Flatware, pots and pans using dish machine and manual methods
• Operate and maintain dish machine (Temps, Chemical Levels, cycle checks)
• Sort and stack clean items propperly for storage/service
• Keep Dish pit organized and drain clear during rushes

Kitchen Support

• Empty trash and recycling regularly; break down boxes
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, especially dish area
• Wipe down prep stations, sinks, and walls as needed
• Restock clean dishware, silverware, and glasses to line/FOH as needed
• Assist with basic food prep when needed (washing produce, simple cutting)

Sanitation & Safety

• Follow proper handwashing and food safety protocols
• Sanitize work surfaces and equipment per health code
• Report equipment issues (broken dish machine, low chemicals) to manager
• Wear non-slip shoes and follow safe lifting practices

Closing Duties

• Deep clean dish pit, floor drains, and mats at close

• Break down and sanitize dish machine

• Take out final trash/recycling

• Ensure kitchen is stocked and ready for next shift

Skills

• Ability to stand for long shifts (6-10+ hours)

• Comfortable with repetitive motion and heavy lifting (bussing tubs, stock, trash)

• Works well in hot, wet, fast paced conditions

• Speed and efficiency under pressure

• Reliability and punctuality- kitchen grinds to a hault without dish coverage

• Ability to work as part of a team with cooks, servers and management

• Positive attitude, low drama

• Communication with kitchen staff about shortages (plates, silverware running low)

• Adaptabiity- Jumping in on prep or other tasks when slow