Dishwasher - PT

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Chaffee (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a diligent dishwasher to support the culinary team in a busy kitchen. You will clean, stock, and sanitize areas, operate cleaning equipment safely, and assist with routine inspections and special projects.

Ideal candidates have dishwashing experience, respect health and safety standards, and can work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes teamwork and reliable, steady performance.

Qualifications

• Previous dishwashing experience preferred and reliable attendance.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations for chemicals.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Must have physical stamina for long shifts and lifting.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and peak service times.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties to required standards.
• Perform cleaning tasks, stock designated areas, dust, sweep, mop, and sanitize.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and cost-effectively.
• Move furniture when needed and assist with equipment maintenance.
• Document routine inspections and support special cleaning projects.
• Maintain clean fixtures and fittings and ensure a sanitary kitchen.

Skills

Dishwashing experience

Health & Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food safety handler certification (preferred)

Tools

Heavy floor cleaning machinery

Cleaning chemicals handling

Job description

Proudly serving Sororities and Fraternities, Upper Crust Food Service is known for freshness, quality, variety, and excellent customer service. Upper Crust Food Service began with a vision to solve a problem that many Fraternity and Sorority houses face. That problem is a lack of consistency and professionalism in the kitchen. With a focus on great food and personal service, we’ve remained true to our roots. Today, the chefs of Upper Crust Food Service prepare tens of thousands of meals weekly for students across the country.

Dishwashers support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensure equipment is in order, and stock supplies. Additionally, they assist with fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.

If you are excited to be part of team and make people happy every day,

What’s in it for you?

• Very few late nights and weekend hours
• A competitive 401K with company match

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To carry out general cleaning duties, to the required standard and in accordance with agreed service levels.
• Perform general cleaning duties to the required standard and in accordance with agreed service levels.
• Use cleaning materials and equipment safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
• Move furniture as needed on occasion.
• Clean, stock, and supply designated facility areas, including dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning ceiling vents and restrooms.
• Conduct and document routine inspections and maintenance activities.
• Execute heavy cleaning tasks and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain the cleanliness of fixtures and fittings as required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Aware of Health & Safety regarding the use of chemicals and safe methods of working.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations regarding the use of chemicals and safe working methods.
• Ability to follow instructions and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Capability to perform manual tasks, including carrying heavy bundles of linen and operating heavy floor cleaning machinery.
• Maintain a clean and tidy appearance.
• Willingness to undertake training courses and meet required standards.
• Flexibility with working hours, especially during peak service hours.
• Proven experience as a cleaner.
• Proficient in handling heavy equipment and machinery.
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals and supplies.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred
• Ability to pass a background check
• Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Special Demands:

• The work environment can be loud and busy. There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery floors.
• Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.
• Required to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals

Upper Crust Food Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.