Dishwasher

Upper Crust Food Service; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Pet insurance

401(k) with company match

Life & AD&D coverage

Disability coverage

Referral bonuses

Summer employment opportunities

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Seattle is seeking a diligent dishwasher to support our culinary team. You will maintain a clean kitchen and dining area, wash utensils and dishes by hand or machine, stock and organize supplies, and assist with deliveries as needed.

The role requires teamwork, familiarity with a commercial dishwasher, and adherence to food safety practices. Prior dishwashing experience and a food safety certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Working knowledge operating a commercial dishwasher.
• Familiar with industry best practices.
• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred.
• Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification or obtain one within 30 days.
• High school or vocational kitchen basics coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room.
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes using a dishwasher or by hand.
• Put away clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans.
• Stock supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
• Sweep and wash floors.
• Sort and remove trash for designated pickup areas.
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Commercial dishwasher operation

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dishwashers support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensuring equipment is in order, and stock supplies. Additionally, they assist with fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes using a dishwasher or by hand.
• Put away clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
• Sweep and wash floors
• Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• May perform a variety of food preparation duties as directed by the Head Chef and/or Sous Chef such as salad bar and cold dishes
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
• Communicate regularrly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Working knowledge operating a commercial dishwasher
• Be familiar with the industry’s best practices

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred
• Ability to pass a background check
• Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Special Demands

• The work environment can be loud and busy. There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery floors.
• Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.
• Required to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop.
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• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals

Why Join Upper Crust Food Service

We offer a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to lead a flagship account within Seattle collegiate landscape.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Pet insurance
• A competitive 401(K) with company match up to 4% of pay, eligible after 1 year
• Optional protection including Life & AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability & Accident coverage
• Referral Bonuses – Rewards for bringing in qualified new hires
• Summer Employment Opportunities - travel across the country to work in new locations