Dishwasher

Proof of the Pudding; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meals per shift

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding seeks a dedicated dishwasher to support our Grand Prairie kitchen during busy event calendars. The role focuses on cleaning, station setup, and proper handling of china and utensils.

Candidates should be reliable, able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, and help maintain safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a kitchen or as a steward preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean kitchen, washes and sorts dishes, and preps foods as needed.
• Sets up dish stations, including machines and sinks.
• Keeps floors clean and organized during the shift.
• Washes, stacks and stores china, glassware, and utensils properly.
• Changes water and uses chemicals per required guidelines.
• Assists in storing food deliveries and organizing storage areas.
• Assists in food prep as needed and performs related duties.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Team player

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Gils - Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Proof of the Pudding has spent the past four decades providing innovative menus, services, design expertise and event experiences to clients throughout Atlanta and beyond. As a preferred caterer to over 50 venues in and around Atlanta, our Off-Premise team spearheads event innovations and culinary experiences to a range of events from weddings, holiday parties, corporate retreats, and social gatherings.

We are seeking additional Dishwashers to join the team in Dallas, TX. Dishwashers are responsible for a wide range of tasks to help ensure efficient overall operations of the changing event logistics and business needs. Work assignments and tasks can change daily based on the immediate needs of the event calendar.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a clean kitchen, properly washes and sorts soiled dishes, and preps foods as needed. Keeps dish area free of clutter and organized.
• Sets up dish stations, including dish machines and sinks.
• Maintains clean/dry floors throughout the shift.
• Properly washes, stacks, and stores china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers.
• Changes water of machines and sinks every two hours, or more often as required by business levels, and properly uses chemical dilutions set by EcoLab.
• Assists in the timely storing of food deliveries.
• Maintains trash cans throughout shift and removes full trashcans and boxes at the end of each shift.
• Maintains the dry storage area and the organization of storage shelves.
• Assist with maintaining and organizing the china room and warehouse.
• Follows the posted daily dish cleaning duties.
• Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef as needed.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ year of experience working in a kitchen or as a steward is preferred, experience in customer service role is preferred
• High school diploma orGED
• ServSafe Certified preferred.

Specialized Qualifications:

• Planning and multi‑tasking
• Self‑motivated with a high energy level
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a stressful, fast‑paced environment.
• Must be a phenomenal team‑player and self‑motivated with a high energy level.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position will be stationed out of Proof’s corporate office located in West Midtown. This position will spend the majority of time in the kitchen and dish pit area where there will be hot water, chemicals, and typical kitchen equipment and utensils.

UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines. Non‑slip shoes are necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through a kitchen, coolers, and storage spaces.
• Manual dexterity to operate cooking tools such as knives.
• Physical endurance to work long shifts in a busy environment.
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items.
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen – Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication – Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.Demonstrate a win‑win attitude: 'see it, own it, solve it.'
• Ethics and Integrity – Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security – Observe safety and security standards.Use equipment and materials properly.Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork – Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication – Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative – Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability &Planning – Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations.Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation – Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

POSITION SALARY & BENEFITS

• This is considered a part‑time hourly position. Schedules will range upon business demands.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Opportunity for advancement. Proof of the Pudding is consistently seeking to amplify talented team members’ roles.
• On‑the‑job training that can be applied industry wide.

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.