Dishwasher

Job Description

Job Description

The Mavericks Performance & Training Center serves as the primary training, practice, performance, and hospitality facility for the Dallas Mavericks NBA organization. Designed to support elite athletic performance and world-class hospitality operations, the facility combines premium amenities, elevated food-and-beverage experiences, and a culture centered on professionalism, teamwork, discipline, and excellence.

The hospitality operation supports players, coaches, executives, corporate partners, VIP guests, and special events throughout the year. Operating in a dynamic, high-performance environment, the Mavericks Performance & Training Center seeks team members who take pride in cleanliness, organization, and supporting exceptional hospitality experiences.

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the most respected organizations in professional basketball and contribute to the operational excellence that supports the Dallas Mavericks organization.

Position Summary

The Dishwasher plays a critical role in supporting culinary operations by maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and operational readiness of all kitchen equipment, service ware, and back-of-house areas.

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing dishes, glassware, flatware, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment while ensuring compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards. The Dishwasher supports the culinary team by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment that allows the operation to perform at the highest level.

The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented, and experienced in high-volume kitchen environments where speed, cleanliness, and organization are essential to success.

Core Responsibilities: Dishwashing & Sanitation

• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, flatware, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Ensure all items are cleaned and sanitized in accordance with health department and company standards.
• Maintain continuous availability of clean service ware and kitchen equipment during operating hours.
• Inspect cleaned items to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards are consistently met.
• Properly handle and store cleaning chemicals according to company and manufacturer guidelines.
• Monitor dishwashing equipment and report maintenance concerns immediately.

Kitchen Cleanliness & Organization

• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout all kitchen and back-of-house areas.
• Clean floors, drains, walls, shelving, dish areas, equipment, and workstations.
• Remove trash, recycling, and waste materials from operational areas.
• Maintain the cleanliness of walk-in coolers, freezers, storage rooms, and dishwashing stations.
• Assist with daily, weekly, and deep-cleaning assignments.
• Ensure all kitchen support areas remain clean, safe, and organized.

Operational Support

• Assist culinary team members with kitchen support duties as assigned.
• Transport clean equipment, dishes, and supplies to designated operational areas.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries when needed.
• Support the setup and breakdown of hospitality functions, events, and operational activities.
• Maintain organization of storage areas and equipment rooms.
• Support overall kitchen readiness and operational efficiency.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and operational procedures.
• Properly use and maintain cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Report maintenance, equipment, or safety concerns immediately.
• Support compliance with local health department regulations and company policies.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment at all times.

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with culinary, hospitality, and operational team members.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and culinary leadership.
• Support fellow team members during service and production periods.
• Maintain professional appearance and grooming standards.
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.

Qualifications & Experience Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, catering, sports venue, private club, healthcare, university dining, or hospitality environment.
• Proven ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-production operation.
• Strong understanding of sanitation procedures, chemical handling, and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to maintain organization and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to cleanliness and operational excellence.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in professional sports, luxury hospitality, convention centers, private clubs, or large-scale food service operations.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Experience operating commercial dishwashing equipment.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

Core Competencies

• Dependability
• Attention to Detail
• Accountability
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Time Management
• Organization
• Safety Awareness
• Work Ethic
• Professionalism
• Adaptability
• Sense of Urgency
• Operational Discipline

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Fast-paced culinary and professional sports environment.
• Extended periods of standing and walking.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to wet floors, cleaning chemicals, hot water, commercial kitchen equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business demands require.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.

Why Join Mavericks Performance & Training Center

The Dishwasher role offers an opportunity to become part of a world-class culinary and hospitality operation supporting one of the most respected organizations in professional sports. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and operational excellence required to support players, coaches, executives, corporate partners, VIP guests, and hospitality operations throughout the facility.

The successful candidate will join a culture committed to excellence, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement while building valuable hospitality experience within the Dallas Mavericks organization.