Dishwasher

Big Whiskey's of Owensboro; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Owensboro is looking for a Kitchen Utility Worker. Responsibilities include washing and cleaning tableware and cooking equipment, maintaining cleanliness in the dish room, and assisting with food preparation. Ideal candidates should have the ability to work in a physically demanding environment with no prior experience required. This is a great opportunity to start in the restaurant industry while developing valuable skills.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required.
• Able to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods.
• Physically able to lift, reach, bend, and stoop.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment.
• Load, run, and unload dish machine.
• Monitor dish machine’s water temperature for sanitary wash cycle.

Skills

Ability to work in hot and humid environments

Physical stamina

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms

Summary of Position

Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment. Keep the dish room and equipment clean and organized.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Load, run, and unload dish machine
• Keep the dish machine clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately
• Monitor dish machine’s water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle
• Wash and store tableware and kitchenware
• Keep dish room clean and organized
• Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for the dining room and kitchen
• Maintain a safe environment around hot and sharp objects
• Preform trash audits every 15 minutes
• Bag and haul dish room trash to dumpster at appropriate times
• Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies
• Clean food preparation and production areas as required
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor
• Help with light prep and portioning

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required
• Be able to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time
• Be physically able to lift, reach, bend and stoop
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
• Be able to safely lift bags, cases, and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift