Dishwasher
Reports to: Restaurant Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Tipped
Job Overview:
Dishwashers are responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sanitization of dishes, tableware, glassware,
pots, pans, and utensils through manual and machine cleaning methods.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
• Completes opening and closing side work checklist for shift daily
• Supports staff by continually operating the dish washer and washing dishes, utensils, pots, pans,
and flatware
• Closes dining facility by cleaning chairs and tables; sweeps and/or vacuums floors, removes trash
and recyclables from the facility
• Cleans and sets up BOH departments including kitchens, trash and compost room, wine storage,
bathrooms, and offices
• Sets up service workstations thoroughly and on time and properly uses and maintains all
equipment
• Works with the rest of the service team to ensure that the kitchen is fully set up on time, offering
help to teammates as necessary
• Timely receipt, storage and monthly inventory of chemicals, paper-goods, linens, and disposables
• Assists in taking monthly inventory of all chemicals, paper goods and disposable products
• Communicates with BOH management about stock and orders for chemicals, paper-goods, linens,
and disposables
• Updates knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities
• Is a team player; supports and assists your fellow team members whenever possible
• Completes other duties as assigned by management
• Communicates all necessary guest information with the team to set everyone up for success
(allergy alerts, VIPs, special requests, celebrations, etc.)
Atmosphere and cleanliness:
• Meets company standards of presentation and personal hygiene
• Consistently delivers highest standards of service
• Maintains sanitation to Department of Health standards; keeps work area clean and organized.
• Maintains and strictly abides by state sanitation/health regulations and restaurant requirements
and procedures
• Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment
and tools only as intended, properly and safely
• Inspects the cleanliness and organization of the line and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies.
• Inspects the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies, ensuring
everything complies with standards
• Informs supervisor or manager on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety
violations
• Maintains proper storage procedures as specified by Department of Health requirements
Essential Functions:
• Able to lift 40 lbs.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Polished personal presentation: grooming meets Company standards, as outlined by Employee
Handbook
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the
business
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to
perform essential job functions
• Ability to perform essential job functions when working under stress, in fast-paced environment
• The ability to speak, understand, read and write in English
• The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal direction
• The ability to understand basic math
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team
• The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day
• Adaptable in fast-paced and challenging work environments
• Able to approach their work with a sense of ownership and work with a sense of urgency