Dishwasher

Out West Restaurant Group Career Center; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid day off after 90 days

Meal discounts

Growth opportunities

Flexible schedule

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Out West Restaurant Group, the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse in the United States, is hiring for a back-of-house position in California. The role offers hourly pay with non-exempt status, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth within a hospitable culture.

Join as an Outbacker to help ensure safe, efficient kitchen operations, quality food handling, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year BOH experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Able to work in hot and cold environments.
• Walk/stand for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting and stooping.
• Dexterity to handle glassware, utensils and tech systems.
• Fast-paced environment capability.
• California-based positions require Responsible Beverage Service Certifications within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Keeps dishwashing and kitchen areas organized to ensure smooth operations.
• Manages tasks to maintain workflow and efficiency.
• Follows all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Restocks cooking line and kitchen as needed during the shift.
• Performs routine cleaning and assists with general cleaning tasks.
• Operates dish machine with proper chemical handling and water changes.
• Keeps floors clean and dry; plates and utensils washed and stored safely.
• Monitors receiving, prep, production and storage areas for health and safety compliance.
• Reports unsafe practices and supports overall food safety standards.
• Demonstrates teamwork across restaurant areas as needed.

Skills

BOH experience

Bilingual EN/ES

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

$16.90-$18.00. This is an Hourly and Non-Exempt position. Not eligible for tips.

Join for the Fun, Stay for the Career!

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. As an Outbacker, you’ll help to provide each customer with an AUS-SOME dining experience in the restaurant, 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.

EXTRAS:

• Growth Opportunities! Shift Leader program with extensive on the job training.
• Hospitable culture that recognizes hard work, effort, perseverance and leadership.
• Closed 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 smallware’s 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 hiredemployees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). You can view theE-VerifyParticipation 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.

ABOUT US:

We are Out West Restaurant Group, the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse in the United States. Outback Steakhouse is an Australian theme restaurant that opened in March of 1988. At Outback Steakhouse we take food seriously, without forgetting the fun, and we are proud to do things uniquely and strive to positively impact the lives of our people we call "Outbackers". We believe if you treat people "Just Right" then success is sure to follow. It’s a culture of respect and camaraderie that breeds enthusiasm. We start by indulging each customer like a guest in our own home. We continue by committing to the success of each and every Outbacker to be trained to the best of their ability.

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 federaland state laws.

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

Monitor 200 Award: Ranked in Top 50 Franchisees in the U.S., 4 years in a row.

International Franchise Association's Franchisee of the Year: Award 2022, for Exemplifying Excellence in Local Community Service.

Proud contributor to non-profit organizations, California Care and CORE. Both organizations do incredible work, providing essential support to restaurant employees and their families during challenging times.

We are continually seeking great talent, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.