What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dishwasher- Food Service/Restaurant position at Garden Catering?
Position Overview:
As a Dishwasher- Food Service/Restaurant, you are an integral part of our kitchen team; ensuring safety, and cleanliness, and keeping the house in order. You’ll wash dishes, tools, and equipment, as well as maintain the organization of walk-ins, freezers, storage rooms, and prep spaces. You are also considered part of the Prep crew and may have food-handling tasks such as portioning and prepping items.
Dishwasher- Food Service/Restaurant Responsibilities:
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment in tools using a dish machine as well as 3 bay sink hand-washing protocols.
- Ensure all food handling tools and utensils are clean, sanitized, and organized for use.
- Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, walk-in’s, storage areas, bathrooms, and dining room while adhering to sanitation standards and safety regulations at all times.
- Sweep and mop the floors to maintain clean areas of the restaurant
- Take out the trash and recycling and ensure exterior of building is clean and well maintained.
- Perform deep cleaning tasks on a regular schedule to maintain our equipment and workspace.
- Participate in prepping ingredients for service by chopping vegetables, portioning, and assembling other items for the kitchen team.
- Collaborate with BOH team to uphold a positive and productive work environment.
- Other tasks not listed above assigned by your manager
Dishwasher- Food Service/Restaurant Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Some knowledge of food safety procedures and kitchen equipment is a plus
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment.
- Attention to detail and dedication to maintaining high culinary standards.
- You have the ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently while twisting, reaching, and bending.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and evenings.
Dishwasher- Food Service/Restaurant Benefits:
- Flexible schedule and competitive pay
- Free shift meal when you work
- Referral program paid time off, and the opportunity to earn tips
- Garden Catering is family-owned and operated
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- 401k matching, paid training, and employee discounts
Garden Catering makes the BEST chicken nuggets you'll ever have. Founded in 1978, our nuggets have been around since Bruce Springsteen blared on vinyl and disco vibes were in full swing.
We’re a quick-serve style restaurant with a full menu of nuggets, wraps, salads and breakfast served all day. Catering is a huge part of our business and in some locations we also offer late night hours. We are a family owned and operated company with 8 locations in CT and NY and more locations on the horizon.
We believe in family first, community impact, and doing whatever it takes to be of-service to our team and of course, to our guests.
