Dish Washer

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman; Lahaina (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman in Lahaina, HI is seeking a dedicated dishwashing/maintenance teammate to support busy restaurant operations. You will wash and sanitize dishware, stock lines, and keep kitchens clean and organized, ensuring efficient service during peak hours.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, and working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Reliability and good communication are essential for daily tasks and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and bend, climb or work in confined spaces.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• You must have organizational and time management skills and demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making.
• Must be able to stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach outward, and push/pull 10–25 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs or ladders, squat or kneel, and bend frequently.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder, lift/carry 21–50 lbs, and push/pull 26–40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans using a mechanical dishwasher or by hand.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas and/or cooking lines.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Stock supplies such as dishes, pans, and utensils in serving stations, cupboards, and refrigerators as well as stock the necessary items on the Cooks' Line.
• Clean and prepare various foods for cooking or serving such as cleaning, peeling, and cutting fruits and vegetables, as well as portioning out prepared food items.
• Treat all kitchen equipment, glassware, and china with care, taking precaution to minimize breakage.
• Pull mats and sweep floors.
• Clean garbage cans with water and detergent.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pick up areas.
• Set up and/or break down dish station including properly assembling/disassembling dishwasher.
• Utilize proper sanitizing agents.
• Change water at least every 2 hours or more if needed.
• Perform day to day maintenance within restaurant including replenishing batteries and light bulbs, break down cardboard boxes and deposit in appropriate receptacles.
• Clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, ceiling fans and fixtures, furniture, and equipment in food service area and other areas of the restaurant.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies either manually or by using hand trucks using proper safety methods.
• Notify managers of need for major repairs.
• Notify supervisor of supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Must be dependable, report to work as scheduled and on time, and follow all policies regarding attendance.

Job description

Location: Lahaina, HI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive

Job Description

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans using mechanical dishwasher or by hand.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas and/or cooking lines.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Stock supplies such as dishes, pans, and utensils in serving stations, cupboards, and refrigerators as well as stock the necessary items on the Cooks' Line.
• Clean and prepare various foods for cooking or serving such as cleaning, peeling, and cutting fruits and vegetables, as well as portioning out prepared food items.
• Treat all kitchen equipment, glassware, and china with care, taking precaution to minimize breakage.
• Pull mats and sweep floors.
• Clean garbage cans with water and detergent.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pick up areas.
• Set up and or break down dish station including properly assembling/disassembling dishwasher.
• Utilize proper sanitizing agents.
• Change water at least every 2 hours or more if needed.
• Perform day to day maintenance within restaurant including things such as replenishing batteries and light bulbs, break down cardboard boxes and deposit in appropriate receptacles.
• Clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, ceiling fans and fixtures, furniture, and equipment in food service area and other areas of the restaurant.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies either manually or by using hand trucks using proper safety methods.
• Notify managers of need for major repairs.
• Notify supervisor of supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Must be dependable, report to work as scheduled and on time, and follow all policies regarding attendance. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Requirements

• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to stand for long period so time, lift 25 lbs., and bend, climb or work in confined spaces
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
• You must have organizational and time management skills and demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills
• Must be able to do the following constantly: stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach outward, and push/pull 10-25 lbs.
• Must be able to do the following frequently: climb (step ladder, stairs), squat or kneel, and bend.
• Must be able to do the following occasionally: reach above shoulder, lift/carry 21-50 lbs, and push/pull 26-40 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-energy, moderately noisy environment containing multiple personality types. Can become crowded, hot, and can become high pressure.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (non slip shoes, long pants, back belt if lifting over 25 lbs, safety glove when using knife).