Dishwasher

Thirsty Turtle Seagrill; Port Saint Lucie (FL); Hybrid; USD 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Thirsty Turtle Seagrill in Port St. Lucie, FL is hiring a part-time dishwasher to maintain clean dishes, tableware and utensils in a high-volume restaurant. You will operate dish machines, handle manual washing and assist with minor prep tasks while upholding food safety standards.

The role offers hourly pay of $13.00 and opportunities for advancement within a supportive team environment. A shift-based schedule requires reliability and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Punctual and reliable.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Integrity, maturity, dependability and a positive attitude.
• Teamwork and cooperation with coworkers.
• Knowledge of operations and basic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of dishes, glassware, and utensils.
• Load and unload dishes from the dish machine and by hand.
• Wash and sanitize kitchenware and transfer to storage.
• Complete minor food prep tasks as assigned (e.g., cutting lemons).
• Sort and dispose of trash in designated areas.
• Clean fryers and empty fry oil.
• Keep kitchen work areas clean, safe and orderly.
• Move supplies between storage and work areas.
• Maintain sparkling restrooms and grounds.

Job description

Part Time • Port St. Lucie, FL, 34953, Thirsty Turtle Seagrill - Port St. Lucie

• Opportunity for advancement

Reports to:

General Manager/Manager

Classification:

Hourly; Non-exempt

Supervises:

N/A

POSITION SUMMARY:

The person in this role must be a team player, upbeat and helpful. An important part of this position is to ensure guests and team members have a spotless, clean and safe environment. Maintaining the cleanliness of dishes, tableware, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils is critical in a high volume restaurant like Thirsty Turtle. Dishwashers must maintain a positive and professional approach to both coworkers and customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:

• Ensuring the cleanliness and sanitization of dishes, tableware, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils by manual and machine cleaning methods.
• Scrape, rinse, and load dishes and utensils into dish machine.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, flatware, utensils, pots and pans, using dishwashers or by hand.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Complete any minor food prep items assigned to you, such as cutting lemons, portioning pasta, etc.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• Empty fry oil and clean fryers.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean, safe and orderly condition.
• Transfer supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks.
• Maintain sparkling clean restrooms and grounds.

MAJOR TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, or refrigerators.
• Clean dish machine - break down at the end of the night
• Sweep or mop floors.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas, compactor or dumpster.
• Clean garbage cans with water and soap.
• Adheres to food safety and sanitation standards
• Brings safety concerns to the attention of management.
• Alerts the Manager on duty of customer issues or needs.
• Complete any assigned "sidework," and perform additional cleaning duties as requested.
• Inspect restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies, alert Manager to any issues.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS- KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:

Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, or refrigerators.

• Reports for work on time.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task, analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrates integrity, maturity, dependability, tact, positive attitude, and enthusiasm on the job.
• Cooperates with others and recognizes the importance of teamwork in providing quality services.
• Maintains an appearance and demeanour consistent with our policies, maintains composure.
• Knowledge of our operations and platforms/systems.
• Ability to handle a stressful environment, and exercise sound judgment.
• No known food allergies.
• No known allergies to cleaning/sterilizing products.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Constant, repetitive physical activity such as bending, walking, wiping, kneeling, twisting, reaching and prolonged periods of standing in a small space; must be able to climb a ladder when needed.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet, and coordinate movement of several parts of the body.
• High level of manual dexterity to safely work with glass, knives and restaurant equipment.
• Auditory and visual skills. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Multitasking, handling different work activities, and shifting attention quickly from one task to another.
• Able to use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 40 lbs.
• Conditions in certain areas of the restaurant may expose the employee to odors, cold or heat, humidity, loud noise.
• Schedule flexibility needed, especially in season during peak high volume periods.
• Must have means of travel in order to get to work.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School degree or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Prior experience in the hospitality/food industry helpful.

Compensation: $13.00 per hour

Join Our Team

Joining the Thirsty Turtle Seagrill team means becoming part of a dynamic and welcoming family. At Thirsty Turtle, we pride ourselves on serving fresh seafood, award-winning wings, and creating a vibrant atmosphere for our guests. As a team member, you’ll enjoy a fun and fast-paced work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of exciting events and live music nights. We value hard work, dedication, and a passion for great food and exceptional service.