Dishwasher — Fast-Paced Pub Kitchen Helper

PJW Restaurant Group; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

PJ Whelihan's Pub + Restaurant in Bethlehem, PA is hiring dishwashers to keep flatware, glassware, and cookware clean and ready for service. You'll assist with trash, washing, and careful handling of kitchen items to support our dining experience.

You will help maintain a clean dish area and parking lot in all weather conditions, and you may assist in food prep during slower periods. PJW Restaurant Group values teamwork and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).

Responsibilities

• Wash flatware, tableware, glassware, pots and pans.
• Place all clean dishes, utensils or cooking equipment in storage area or on supplied shelves on the line.
• Maintain cleanliness of the dish area.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated trash areas, replacing bags and washing out cans when needed.
• Clean and prepare various foods for cooking or serving, instructed by the manager.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Keep all equipment clean and in good working condition.
• Sweep the parking lot daily and maintain the parking lot in all weather conditions.
• Load or unload trucks for delivery and store items in correct placing rotating if needed.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for dishwasher station. Assist others in closing the kitchen.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Skills

Clear communication

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Standing for long periods

Job description

PJ Whelihan's Pub + Restaurant in Bethlehem, PA is hiring dishwashers to keep flatware, glassware, and cookware clean and ready for service. You'll assist with trash, washing, and careful handling of kitchen items to support our dining experience.

You will help maintain a clean dish area and parking lot in all weather conditions, and you may assist in food prep during slower periods. PJW Restaurant Group values teamwork and community involvement.