Dishwasher - Chicago

F1 Arcade; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

F1 Arcade in Chicago is seeking a Dishwasher to support kitchen operations by maintaining cleanliness and organization. You'll be tasked with cleaning kitchenware and equipment to the highest sanitation standards, ensuring a smooth workflow for the culinary team.

Your role also involves restocking clean items, waste management, and potentially assisting with food prep. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, physically capable, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Committed to high standards of cleanliness and capable of spotting and correcting sanitation issues.
• Able to keep up with high volumes of dishes and maintain an organized, clean environment under pressure.
• Works collaboratively and respectfully with kitchen staff to support smooth operations.
• Willing to take on additional cleaning or prep tasks as needed to support the team and service demands.
• Able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks in hot, fast-moving environments.
• Understands the importance of food safety, hygiene, and proper handling of cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly wash, sanitize, and air-dry dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean dishwashing machines and report malfunctions promptly.
• Empty trash bins frequently and maintain cleanliness in waste areas.
• Assist with light prep tasks during high-volume service periods.
• Follow all hygiene, chemical handling, and safety protocols.
• Work closely with chefs to ensure dishware is readily available.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Fast-Paced Efficiency

Team-Oriented

Adaptable & Flexible

Physically Capable

Health & Safety Awareness

Job description

Job Title: Dishwasher

Location: Chicago

Reporting to: Head Chef

Position Overview

As a Dishwasher at F1 Arcade, you're a key player in maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and flow of our kitchen operations. You'll be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all kitchenware, utensils, and cooking equipment to the highest standards, ensuring the kitchen team can operate smoothly and safely at all times.

Support a Clean & Efficient Kitchen

You'll work behind the scenes to uphold sanitation standards, restock clean items where needed, and support general cleaning duties across the kitchen. Your focus and attention to detail help create a safe and organized environment where chefs can work efficiently and guests enjoy a top-tier dining experience.

Operational Readiness

By keeping the dish area stocked, equipment clean, and waste disposed of properly, you'll help keep kitchen operations running at full speed. You may also support with light prep work during peak periods, making you an essential part of the overall culinary team.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Sanitation & Dish Maintenance Thoroughly wash, sanitize, and air-dry dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment according to strict health and safety standards.
• Equipment & Area Upkeep Clean dishwashing machines and workstations regularly; report any issues or malfunctions promptly to ensure safe and effective operation.
• Waste Management & Cleaning Empty trash bins frequently and maintain cleanliness in designated waste areas. Assist with mopping, sweeping, and surface cleaning across the kitchen.
• Prep Support (as needed) Help with basic prep tasks such as peeling or portioning ingredients, especially during high-volume service periods.
• Health & Safety Compliance Follow all hygiene, chemical handling, and safety protocols to ensure a compliant and safe kitchen environment.
• Team Collaboration Work closely with chefs and kitchen staff to restock clean kitchen tools and ensure dishware is readily available during service.

Skills Required

• Attention to Detail: Committed to high standards of cleanliness and capable of spotting and correcting sanitation issues.
• Fast-Paced Efficiency: Able to keep up with high volumes of dishes and maintain an organized, clean environment under pressure.
• Team-Oriented: Works collaboratively and respectfully with kitchen staff to support smooth operations.
• Adaptable & Flexible: Willing to take on additional cleaning or prep tasks as needed to support the team and service demands.
• Physically Capable: Able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks in hot, fast-moving environments.
• Health & Safety Awareness: Understands the importance of food safety, hygiene, and proper handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate F1 Arcade Core Values:

Core Values

• Pursuit of Excellence
• Positive Energy
• Integrity
• Team Spirit

Basic Physical Requirements

When working at an F1 Arcade venue, Team Members must be able to perform the duties of that venue. The team member will frequently sit for short periods of time, talk via Cloud Based video conferencing and the phone often, and hear and manipulate objects constantly. Additional requirements will include lifting up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds as required. Lifting from floor to shoulder constantly and overhead infrequently. Twisting and reaching frequently. Grasping objects to move or manipulate constantly. Working in hot then cold environments for extended periods of time. May inadvertently bump into team members in a relatively small work area. Will stand and walk for extended periods of time. FREQUENT hand washing and sanitation is required. Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment. Team Member must be able to communicate with Guests and other Team Members and manipulate handheld and desktop devices.

F1 Arcade is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.