Dish Machine Operators

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Referral incentives

Flexible scheduling

Free meals on shift

Team member perks

Job summary

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT in Frankenmuth, MI is seeking a part-time dishwashing team member. You will handle pre-soak, wash, and sanitize dishes, supporting a fast-paced kitchen to ensure smooth service. The role offers flexible scheduling and strong team support, with perks like meal benefits and referral incentives.

Availability required on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, plus 2+ weekdays. Must be 16+ years old, able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to follow safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Pre-soak or scrape off food residue from dishes.
• Safely sort and stack dirty dishes and load into racks.
• Operate dish machines and ensure items are cleaned and sanitized.
• Unload clean dishes and return to proper locations.

Skills

Stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

PART TIME: 15-30 HOURS PER WEEK | WAGE: $14 PER HOUR | SHIFT EXAMPLES: 11AM-7PM; 1PM-9PM; 3PM-CLOSE

We offer up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement, up to $1,000 in referral incentives for each friend you refer to work with us, flexible scheduling, free meals when you are on the clock, plus many other great team member perks!

Join our Team!

We are looking for hardworking individuals to join our dishwashing team at Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Serving family-style chicken dinners to up to 4,000 guests each day means we have A LOT of dishes to clean. Your role will be crucial in ensuring our kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. Availability on Saturdays, Sundays, plus holidays is minimum requirement. At the present, scheduling needs also require 2+ days of weekday availability as well.

Job Tasks:

• Pre-soak or scrape off food residue from dishes
• Safely sort and stack dirty dishes.
• Load dirty dishes into racks to be sent through the machine.
• Operate dish machines, ensuring all dishes, pots, pans, glassware, and silverware are cleaned and sanitized.
• Unload clean dishes and dish racks after running through the machine. Return sanitized items to their proper locations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dishwashing area.
• Monitor and replenish dishwashing detergents and cleaning supplies as needed.
• Inspect and ensure dishwashing equipment is functioning properly; report any maintenance issues.
• Dispose of kitchen waste and recycling appropriately.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen floors, walls, and equipment.
• Help with organizing and storing kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and accidents.
• Perform end-of-shift cleaning tasks to ensure the dishwashing area is ready for the next shift.

Days & Shifts Scheduled?

Required Availability: x2 Weekdays plus Saturdays, Sundays, & Holidays

Shift Examples: variety of 11am-7pm; 1pm-9pm; 3pm-Close (closing team usually leaves somewhere between 10pm & midnight)

Basic Requirements:

• 16+ years of age
• Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting of full glass racks
• Ability to remain in a standing position for extended periods, up to 8+ hours
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment to ensure dishes are completed efficiently and support speed of service

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734

Enter using marked \"Team Member Entrance\" staircase at the rear of the building