Dishwasher

Yardbird Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Yardbird Chicago in Chicago, IL is seeking a dedicated dishwasher to maintain cleanliness of the dish area and assist with general kitchen duties as needed. The role involves cleaning and sanitizing dishes, stocking the dish room, and supporting staff in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Applicants should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, and work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. English communication and a professional demeanor are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic sanitary guidelines.
• Knowledge of basic dish machine operations.
• Ability to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit flexibility.
• A highly motivated and energetic personality.
• Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of janitorial duties and maintain cleanliness of assigned areas.
• Receive soiled dinnerware, flatware, and glassware, placing items according to size and likeness on automatic dishwasher.
• Remove washed dinnerware, flatware, and glassware from dishwasher and stack for future use.
• Return items not satisfactorily cleaned for a second wash.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
• Scrub walls and trashcans.
• Pick up trash in kitchen and loading dock area.
• Clean floor mats.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Skills

Sanitation knowledge

Dishwasher operations

Strength/Physical stamina

English communication

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwasher machine

Job description

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Kitchen Staff, Stewarding Staff, F&B Staff

Job Description

The dishwasher is responsible for properly cleaning and sanitizing all dishes, glassware, utensils and pots, as well as maintaining the dish room and dish machine. The dishwasher also assists with cleaning other areas of the restaurant as requested. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and property policies, practices and procedures.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of basic sanitary guidelines
• Knowledge of basic dish machine operations, and ability to operate
• Ability to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit flexibility
• A highly motivated and energetic personality
• Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Able to work flexible hours necessary including off hours, weekends and holidays.
• Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral form

Responsibilities

• It is the primary responsibility of the dishwasher to perform a variety of janitorial duties and maintain cleanliness of assigned areas
• Receive soiled dinnerware, flatware, and glassware, placing items according to size and likeness on automatic dishwasher
• Remove washed dinnerware, flatware, and glassware from automatic dishwasher and stack them according to size and likeness for future use
• Return items not satisfactorily cleaned for a second wash
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors
• Scrub walls and trashcans
• Pick up trash in kitchen and loading dock area
• Clean floor mats
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested

Working Conditions

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water

Preferred

• At least 1 year of related kitchen experience in a high-volume environment
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a similar kitchen setting