Dishwasher

Dishwasher Position at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que began in 1983 as a mobile concession unit serving great Bar-B-Que throughout the Northeast. In 1988, the company opened its first restaurant in Syracuse and has continued to grow to six locations serving delicious Bar-B-Que throughout New York State. We are currently looking for a Dishwasher to join our Syracuse team!

At Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, fresh, homemade and high quality aren't just catchwords; they're our foundation. From our hickory-smoked Bar-B-Que and homemade salads and sides to our sauces and dry rubs, our commitment to quality is unyielding. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has gained a reputation far and wide for serving some of the best BBQ in the country in a vibrant and lively setting.

How You Fit Into Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (Job Summary):

The Dishwasher supports smooth kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen while ensuring dishes, cookware, and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained. The Dishwasher assists the kitchen team as needed and follows established sanitation and food safety standards.

Why Work For Us:

• Competitive pay at $16.00-$17.00 per hour
• Opportunity to receive full medical, dental, and vision insurance (depending on hours worked)
• Accrued PTO and Sick Hours
• 401 K Eligible after 1 year of service (21 years or older)
• Work/Life Balance
• Fast-Paced work environment
• Fun and engaging work place
• Internal Growth/Promotions
• Chance to be part of a great and rewarding team

What You Do (Essential Functions):

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Scrape, pre-rinse, and wash dishes, cookware, pots, pans, trays, and utensils using the dish machine or by hand.
• Assemble, operate, maintain, and break down the dish machine according to established procedures.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen work areas, equipment, plateware, and utensils.
• Clean and sanitize work surfaces, tables, walls, refrigeration equipment, floors, garbage cans, and trash receptacles.
• Remove trash and garbage to designated disposal areas.
• Complete daily and weekly cleaning duties according to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain adequate supplies of clean dishes, cookware, utensils, and other kitchen items to support service.
• Assist cooks, prep, and other kitchen team members as needed to support smooth and efficient operations.
• Follow company, state, and county sanitation and food safety standards.

What You Know (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Knowledge of basic food safety, sanitation, and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain a commercial dish machine and other cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and remain active throughout the shift.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established sanitation procedures.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, prioritize work, and maintain an organized workflow.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen team members and management.
• Ability to identify and communicate equipment, supply, or workflow concerns to management.
• Ability to maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work environment.

How You Move (Physical Demands):

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Requirements in a Typical Day:

• Continuously: Stand, walk, lift/carry 1 - 10 lbs.
• Frequently: Bend, squat, overhead reach, lift/carry 11-20 lbs.
• Occasionally: Climb, kneel, push/pull, lift/carry 21 - 50 lbs.
• Seldom: Crawl, lift/carry 50 - 100 lbs.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is an Equal Opportunity Employer.