Dishwasher & Kitchen Steward

Workstream; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

IHOP in Independence, MO is seeking a dishwashing associate to support guests and maintain clean dining and kitchen areas. No prior experience is required, and comprehensive IHOP training will be provided. You will work with restaurant staff to ensure smooth operation and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include cleaning tables, restocking supplies, and following IHOP SOPs for dish machines and sanitation. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a friendly dining experience.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to understand oral instructions in English and read English or Spanish well enough to read and understand instructions from supervisors, requests from co workers and guests, and warning and safety labels.
• IHOP training course work as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain professional functional working relationships with IHOP employees and guests.
• Clear, clean, and reset tables and clean chairs, booths, and floors after guests leave.
• Pick up, sort, and wash all china, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, utensils, ETC.
• Follow dish machine and/or sink procedures per IHOP SOP
• Unload, unbox, rotate, and store food, equipment, and supplies as necessary.
• Stock and rotate all needed supplies in service areas and dining room.
• Dispose of all trash properly
• Check restrooms hourly to ensure proper stocking levels of supplies and the cleanliness of the facilities.
• Perform all cleaning duties according to posted cleaning charts.
• Comply with IHOP uniform and appearance standards per SOP guidelines.
• Perform other assignments or tasks as assigned by the General manager, Assistant Manager, or acting supervisor

Skills

Reading & comprehension

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

IHOP in Independence, MO is seeking a dishwashing associate to support guests and maintain clean dining and kitchen areas. No prior experience is required, and comprehensive IHOP training will be provided. You will work with restaurant staff to ensure smooth operation and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include cleaning tables, restocking supplies, and following IHOP SOPs for dish machines and sanitation. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a friendly dining experience.