Dishwasher/Kitchen Utility Worker

Wahlburgers Franchising LLC; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wahlburgers Franchising LLC is seeking a Dishwasher/Kitchen Utility Worker in Bloomington, Illinois. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, including washing dishes and operating kitchen cleaning equipment. This role involves a commitment to team hospitality and maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

Candidates should have experience with mechanical dish machines and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for distances up to 25 feet. Bilingual candidates are preferred. Join our team and contribute to a clean and efficient kitchen environment!

Qualifications

• Able to understand and follow directions from others.
• Experience operating a mechanical dish machine is required.
• Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs. and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and maintain cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
• Operate dishwashing and other kitchen cleaning equipment.
• Assist in ensuring a safe and clean environment in the restaurant.

Skills

Understanding and following directions

Operating common kitchen equipment

Operating mechanical dish machine

Bilingual (preferred)

Working in a high-volume environment

Job description

Position: Dishwasher/Kitchen Utility Worker

Reports to: General Manager

The Dishwasher is responsible for assisting in the efficient operation of the kitchen by maintaining cleanliness standards.

Key Performance Elements/Essential Functions

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans.
• Operate dishwashing and other kitchen cleaning equipment.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or storage units.
• Sweep and kitchen wash floors.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas, and clean the trash cans.
• Rotate through each walk-in to ensure each one is clean and sanitized.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Hospitality to your Team

• Arrives to work on time as scheduled, well-groomed in the proper work attire, and ready to work.
• Clocks in and out as scheduled.
• Demonstrates a helpful and positive attitude towards guests and team members.
• Completes all assigned tasks and duties assigned by managers/supervisors.
• Follow proper kitchen breakdown procedures before leaving at the end of the shift.

Hospitality to Restaurant

• Inspects kitchen- prep areas, storage areas, cooking areas, restrooms, dining room, and wait area, and cleans as needed.
• Keep the immediate supervisor advised of any maintenance issues.
• Reports on any unsafe conditions to maintain safety and sanitation standards.
• Assists in tasks to ensure a clean, sanitized, and safe environment in the restaurant.

Job Requirements

• Able to understand and follow directions from others.
• Employees should possess basic knowledge to operate common kitchen equipment.
• Must have experience operating a mechanical dish machine.
• Bilingual, preferred.
• Able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to bend at the waist and lift items to 50 lbs. to waist level.
• Ability to move items up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to 25 feet.
• Ability to remain standing and active for an 8-12-hour shift.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to cold and hot temperatures (below 40°F and above 90°F) throughout the shift.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and qualified individuals, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Native American preference is provided to any applicant who is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe applying to Wahlburgers FXWD LLC.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. The employer reserves the right to revise them at any time. It is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements essential for making compensation decisions.