Dishroom Clerk

Hy-Vee Inc; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Inc in Muscatine, IA is seeking a Dishroom Clerk to maintain a clean, safe kitchen and support the Market Grille team. You will wash utensils, keep the area organized, and ensure food safety while delivering friendly service to customers.

This hourly role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn, with duties ranging from dishwashing to assisting in other store areas as needed.

Qualifications

• No formal education required; six months or less of related work preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform kitchen tasks during shifts.
• Willingness to learn and follow Hy-Vee policies.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and provide friendly service.
• Wash department equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, and pans thoroughly.
• Handle food safely and keep the work area clean and neat.
• Take out trash promptly and manage department waste.
• Answer phones promptly and assist customers.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to hygiene

Communication skills

Basic math

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Information

Job Title: Dishroom Clerk

Department: Market Grille

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.

The Role and Why It's Important

Our Dishroom Clerks are the backbone of a clean, safe, and well-run kitchen. In this role, you'll keep equipment, dishes, utensils, and the work area spotless so the rest of the team can focus on delivering great food and service to every customer. If you take pride in a clean workspace, work well as part of a team, and enjoy staying active throughout your shift, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile and making every interaction a positive one
• Wash department equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, and pans thoroughly and consistently
• Handle food safely and ensure the work area is always clean and neat
• Remove trash in a timely manner and take department garbage to the compactor or designated area
• Answer the telephone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call
• Work with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment
• Assist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assigned
• Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines
• Report to work when scheduled and on time

Your Skills

• Follow detailed written or verbal instructions and work through tasks with a few concrete variables
• Perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, and count and record accurately
• Understand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writing
• Work effectively as part of a team to keep the kitchen clean and running smoothly

Reporting Relationships

Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Manager; Market Grille Department Manager; Assistant Market Grille Department Manager

Education and Experience

No education requirement; six months or less of similar or related work experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas

Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation

Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment

Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards

Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties

Working Environment

This role is performed in a kitchen environment where you will be on your feet throughout your shift. You will have exposure to noise, equipment movement hazards, cleaning chemicals or solvents, temperature extremes, and possible electrical hazards. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.