Dishwasher, PT

Marcus Theatres; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Marcus Theatres in Mequon, WI is seeking a Dishwasher to support busy food service operations. You will sort, wash, and return dishes and utensils, keep a clean workstation, and assist with maintaining a smooth kitchen flow.

Responsibilities include operating the dish machine, unloading and restocking, cleaning floors, and assisting staff as needed. No prior experience is required; the role offers exposure to a fast-paced team and opportunities to grow with the restaurant.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule including late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Prior food and beverage exposure is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced team environment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication skills.
• Commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene.
• Ability to stay calm under stress and follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the dish machine according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Unload, stack, and store dishes and utensils in proper kitchen areas.
• Empty garbage and manage waste in dish and kitchen areas.
• Sweep and mop floors; keep dish room and kitchen clean to prevent slips.
• Perform general cleaning tasks with standard restaurant products.
• Wipe counters and prep areas to maintain a clean operation.
• Restock dishes, utensils, and supplies as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work area; report issues to management.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely per safety standards.
• Assist with lifting and moving kitchen equipment as directed by management.
• Set up equipment stations so service staff can perform their roles.
• Support dishwashing and service staff as needed and perform other duties.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

No experience required

Job description

Broad Description of Duties

The Dishwasher will be responsible to sort, wash, and return dishes and utensils to food operations with the restaurant and maintain a clean and efficient work station. Expedite clean dishes and utensils to the cook line and other areas of Food & Beverage on an as needed basis.

This position reports to: Kitchen Manager and/or General Manager (varies by location).

Essential Functions/Job Duties

• Properly fill and maintain dish machine according to manufacturer's standards. Maintain cleanliness standards of machine according to health department guidelines. Receive, scrape, rinse, and rack dishes and utensils;
• Unload dish machine, stack, store, and return dishes and utensils to proper area of kitchen;
• Empty garbage cans in dish area and throughout kitchen as needed;
• Sweep and mop floors in dish room and kitchen. Clean and dry floors to avoid slip/fall accidents and replace floor mats;
• Perform any general cleaning tasks using standard restaurant cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards;
• Wipe down counter tops and preparation areas in order to maintain a clean, efficient operation;
• Restock area with required supplies;
• Maintain condition and cleanliness of work area;
• Handle cleaning chemicals according to prescribed safety standards;
• Assist with the lifting and moving of food carts, dish storage racks and other kitchen equipment as directed by management;
• Set up equipment stations in designated areas so service staff can carry out their functions;
• Support any member of the dishwashing and service staff when needed;
• Perform other such duties as may be assigned Kitchen Manager or General Manager
• The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Job Requirements

• Flexible and accessible work schedule that includes late evenings, weekends and holidays as dictated by business needs;
• Some exposure to the food & beverage industry, preferred;
• The ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, team environment;
• Positive attitude with excellent communication skills;
• Must process a high level of cleanliness, sanitation and personal hygiene;
• Ability to remain calm under stress;
• No prior experience required;

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Work is performed in a kitchen environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high with a loud environment at peak times. Wearing a face mask is required during scheduled working hours. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Required

• Opened to all applicants

Marcus Theatres is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination in our hiring and employment practices in accordance with all applicable laws