Denny's Dishwasher/Service Assistants - Shelbyville

RREMC Restaurants, LLC; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals or discounts

Growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Denny's, Inc. in Shelbyville, IN is hiring a Dishwasher / Kitchen Helper to keep a clean and organized back-of-house and support daily restaurant operations in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role requires reliable, punctual team players who can lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods. No prior experience is needed—full training is provided, with growth opportunities to prep cook or line cook. Must be 18 or older. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum prior experience required — we provide full training.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Reliable and punctual with a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment using commercial dish machines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dishwashing area.
• Assist kitchen staff with basic prep tasks when needed.
• Sweep, mop, and follow sanitation standards throughout the shift.
• Take out trash, recycling, and help maintain overall cleanliness.
• Restock clean plates, utensils, and supplies for service.
• Follow all food safety, health, and hygiene guidelines.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Team-oriented

Lift up to 40 lbs

Job description

Denny's Dishwasher/Service Assistants - Shelbyville

Job Category: Back of the House

Requisition Number: DENYY003468

• Posted : September 2, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Pay or shift range: $12 USD to $15 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

About the Job

We are seeking a hardworking Dishwasher / Kitchen Helper to play a key role in maintaining a clean and organized back‑of‑house environment. This is an essential position that supports daily restaurant operations and offers opportunities to learn new skills in a professional kitchen setting.

What You'll Do

• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment using commercial dish machines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dishwashing area
• Assist kitchen staff with basic prep tasks when needed
• Sweep, mop, and follow sanitation standards throughout the shift
• Take out trash, recycling, and help maintain overall cleanliness
• Restock clean plates, utensils, and supplies for service
• Follow all food safety, health, and hygiene guidelines

What You'll Bring

• Strong work ethic and good attention to detail
• Ability to stay productive in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for the duration of the shift
• Minimum prior experience required — we provide full training

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities to grow into prep cook, line cook, or other BOH positions
• Employee meals or discounts (if offered)
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Must be 18 or older.

Denny's, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexualorientation, genderidentity, disability, geneticinformation, militaryor veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.

Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at 888-897-7781 ordhs.gov/e-verify.Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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