Dishroom Clerk

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

Job summary

Hy-Vee, Inc. in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Dishroom Clerk in the Market Grille department. You will keep equipment, dishes, utensils, and the work area spotless so the team can deliver great food and service.

No formal education required; six months or less of related experience preferred. This hourly role involves standing, moving, and working in a kitchen environment; employment contingent on successful drug screen.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Six months or less of similar work experience preferred.
• Must be able to stand and perform tasks in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile.
• Wash department equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, and pans thoroughly.
• Handle food safely and keep the work area clean and neat.
• Remove trash and take department garbage to the designated area.
• Answer the telephone promptly and provide helpful service to customers who call.
• Work with coworkers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Maintain hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

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 Description:Job Title: Dishroom ClerkDepartment: Market GrilleFLSA: HourlyRevision Date: 07/2026About Hy-VeeAt 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 ImportantOur 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 DoNo two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile and making every interaction a positive oneWash department equipment, utensils, dishes, pots, and pans thoroughly and consistentlyHandle food safely and ensure the work area is always clean and neatRemove trash in a timely manner and take department garbage to the compactor or designated areaAnswer the telephone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who callWork with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environmentAssist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assignedMaintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelinesReport to work when scheduled and on timeYour SkillsTo be successful, you'll need to be able to:Follow detailed written or verbal instructions and work through tasks with a few concrete variablesPerform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, and count and record accuratelyUnderstand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writingWork effectively as part of a team to keep the kitchen clean and running smoothlyReporting RelationshipsAccountable 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 ManagerEducation and ExperienceNo education requirement; six months or less of similar or related work experience preferredPhysical RequirementsFrequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areasWhere applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparationWhere applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipmentWhere applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standardsPerform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation dutiesWorking EnvironmentThis 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.Are you ready to smile, apply today.Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.