Dishwasher - PR

Appone; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Appone in Park Ridge, IL is seeking a dependable Dishwasher to maintain cleanliness of dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment while upholding sanitation standards in a busy kitchen.

You will operate an industrial dishwasher, rinse and hand-wash as needed, keep the dish area orderly, and assist with opening and closing duties under the Head Chef.

No prior experience is required; training will cover safety guidelines, proper chemical handling, and teamwork to support a smooth dining service.

Qualifications

• No prior Dishwasher experience is required.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operates an industrial dishwasher according to specifications.
• Rinse all dishes and hand-wash as needed.
• Maintain a clean and orderly dish area.
• Sanitize utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with opening/closing duties as directed by manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Safety and sanitation

Attention to detail

Education

No experience required

Tools

Industrial dishwasher

Hand washing

Cleaning supplies handling

Job description

The Dishwasher position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for plateware, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe, and sanitary facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates an industrial dishwasher, in accordance with specifications.
• Rinse all dishes, removing food particles, prior to placing them in the industrial dishwasher.
• Wash dishes by hand in accordance with restaurant policy or as directed by the Head Chef.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, and equipment in clean and orderly conditions.
• Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment.
• Execute proper sanitation practices and safety procedures, including sanitizing utensils.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Load or unload trucks that deliver or pick up food or supplies.
• Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glass, tableware, and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through the dish machine.
• Sort and stack clean dishes; carry clean dishes to the cook’s line and other proper storage areas; rewash soiled dishes before delivering.
• Remove trash and garbage and place in the dumpster.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work, as needed or directed by General Manager or the Head Chef.
• Clean and roll/unroll mats.
• Fill/empty soak tubs with cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Sweep/mop floors.
• Sweep up trash around the exterior of the restaurant and garbage dumpster.
• Perform general restaurant and restroom cleaning as directed.
• Wipe up any spills or clean up any breakage to ensure kitchen floors remain dry and safe.
• Notify the manager on duty anytime the dish machine wash or rinse cycle falls below safety standard temperatures.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Report to work in a neat and clean uniform; maintain well-groomed hair and personal hygiene as established by company policy.
• Basic reading skills.
• Must be able to read and follow labels on chemicals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Comply and execute all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.
• Promote a positive and collaborative employee culture designed to support customer needs.

Education and Experience

• No previous Dishwasher experience is necessary.
• Depending on experience, could be required to shadow another Dishwasher as training.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Location Park Ridge

This position is currently accepting applications.