Dishwasher

Out West Restaurant Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,617 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off after 90 days

Meal discounts

Job summary

Out West Restaurant Group in Los Angeles is seeking motivated individuals to join as Outbackers. This hourly position focuses on ensuring smooth kitchen operations while delivering exceptional service. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and supporting team operations.

Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, paid sick leave, and growth opportunities within the company. Ideal candidates will have BOH experience and be bilingual in Spanish.

Qualifications

• 1+ year BOH experience in full-service restaurant preferred.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Visual ability to adjust focus as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensures smooth and steady kitchen operations by keeping dishwashing areas organized.
• Performs routine cleaning of the kitchen and assists with general cleaning tasks.
• Restocks kitchen and cooking line as needed throughout the shift.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Ability to lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs

Manual dexterity to handle glassware and utensils

Ability to work in hot and cold environments

Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Job Description

$17.87-$19.00. This is an hourly and non-exempt position. Not eligible for tips.

Come join the Outback family as an Outbacker where you will make memorable first and last impressions with all our customers. You will support our commitment to bringing the best of who we are to deliver perfectly tailored service to each and every guest, providing each customer with an AUS-SOME dining experience that makes each guest’s day better.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) for employees eligible under ACA measurement rules.
• Employees accrue and may use paid sick leave in accordance with California law and applicable local city or county ordinances.
• A paid day off, after 90 days of employment.

Additional Perks

• Growth Opportunities! Shift Leader program with extensive on- the-job training.
• Hospitable culture that recognizes hard work, effort, perseverance and leadership.
• Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas Day to spend the day with family & friends.
• Flexible Schedule.
• Meal discounts.
• Company sponsored Employee Assistance Program.
• We are the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse.
• Plenty of future possibilities to advance in your career!

Responsibilities

• Ensures smooth and steady kitchen operations by keeping dishwashing areas organized.
• Manages tasks efficiently to maintain kitchen workflow.
• Follows all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Restocks kitchen and cooking line as needed throughout the shift.
• Performs routine cleaning of the kitchen and assists with general cleaning tasks, as needed.
• Clear understanding of dish machine operations, including its chemical components, and follows proper procedures for changing water and chemicals as needed.
• Keeps the floors clean and dry.
• Ensures plates and smallwares are properly washed, sanitized, and stored.
• Maintains and inspects food receiving, preparation, production, and storage areas to ensure that health and safety regulations are always adhered to.
• Corrects unsafe practices or conditions and notifies management.
• Commitment to food safety, cleanliness, job safety and sanitation standards.
• Demonstrates teamwork by supporting all areas of the restaurant as business needs arise. Teamwork is essential and expected of all Outbackers.

Requirements

• 1+ year BOH experience in full-service restaurant preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs.
• Able to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting and stooping.
• Manual dexterity to handle glassware, utensils and technology systems.
• Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Visual ability to include distance, close, color, depth and peripheral. Also, the ability to adjust focus as needed. The role involves working in areas with low or dim lighting.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• For all California based positions: Responsible Beverage Service Certifications Required (can be completed during training, and up to 60 days after start date).

The Company provides reasonable accommodation as required by law and does not retaliate against employees for exercising their rights under California law, including protected leave, disability accommodations, or wage and hour rights.

The Company is committed to pay equality and fully complies with the California Equal Pay Act.

The Company complies with all applicable California wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, meal periods, rest breaks, reporting time pay, and split shift pay.

All newly hired employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). You can view the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work poster at https://www.outwestrg.com/e-verify

California applicants have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) outlined in our applicant privacy notice along with our data practices.

This posting does not create a contract of employment. Employment with the company is at-will and may be terminated at any time by either party, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Out West Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions at Outback are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by both federal and state laws.

We are committed to fairness, respect, and opportunity for all employees.