Dishwasher (Part-Time)

Utah Jazz; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Utah Jazz is seeking a part-time Dishwasher to support the kitchen team under the Senior Sous Chef. The role focuses on washing, organizing and storing dishes quickly, maintaining sanitation, and working in a high-pressure environment.

You will handle equipment, stock levels, assist in food prep, and help storage areas; must be team-oriented and follow safety procedures. This position offers part-time hours and hourly pay of $18.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Team player with ability to follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Run dirty dishes, pans, and utensils to keep stations clear during service.
• Wash, sort, stack, and store plateware, glassware, silverware, cookware, and containers promptly and sanitary.
• Clean kitchen equipment (ovens, stoves, grills) with approved products.
• Monitor and restock dish detergents and supplies; notify leadership when running low.
• Maintain clean, organized dish area and floors throughout the shift.
• Change water in machines/sinks every two hours (or as needed).
• Assist in food preparation, including vacuum sealing items and prepping fruits/vegetables.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Dishwasher reports directly to the Senior Sous Chef, with oversight from the Chef de Cuisine and Director of Culinary Nutrition. The Dishwasher is responsible for properly washing, organizing and putting away dishes in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. The right candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. The Dishwasher should be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

This position is part-time, $18/hour.

• Run dirty dishes, pans, and utensils from the line to the dish area promptly to keep stations clear during service.
• Properly wash, sort, stack, and store plateware, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers in a timely, efficient, and sanitary manner.
• Clean kitchen equipment, including ovens, stoves, and grills, using approved cleaning products and chemicals in accordance with established sanitation standards.
• Ensure dishwasher and sink chemical/detergent levels are properly stocked and notify leadership (management) when supplies are running low and need to be reordered.
• Keep the dish area free of clutter, clean, and organized throughout the shift.
• Change water in machines and sinks every two hours, or more often as required by business levels.
• Maintain clean, dry floors throughout the shift.
• Maintain garbage and recycling throughout the shift.
• Follow daily dish cleaning duties and standard sanitary procedures, including sweeping, cleaning surfaces, and proper covering and storage of food items.
• Assist in food preparation, including vacuum sealing prepared items, peeling and cutting fruits and vegetables, portioning items for service, and other duties as requested by the Senior Sous Chef or culinary team.
• Assist in the timely storage of food deliveries.
• Maintain dry storage areas, walk-in fridges and freezers, and the organization and cleanliness of storage shelves.

Job Type

Part-time

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Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and the Utah Jazz reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.