Kitchen Utility & Prep Aide

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Michigan; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a General Utility to maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, plateware and utensils in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition. The role assists in food preparation procedures and supports the team in daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service.

The position requires physical stamina to stand for long periods, regular lifting up to 40 pounds, and a readiness to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Scrapes and pre-rinses food from dirty dishes and places them in dishwashing machine (50%*).
• Washes pots, pans and trays by hand and/or machine (15%*).
• Completes all assigned prep work (10%*).
• Removes trash and garbage to dumpster area (10%*).
• Washes work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors (5%*).
• Cleans garbage cans and trash receptacles (5%*).
• Assembles, maintains and breaks down dish machine (5%*).
• Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
• Ability to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on both high and low shelves.
• Works indoors (90%*), outdoors (10%*).
• Works frequently in a hot and damp environment.
• Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent danger to self and others.

Job description

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a General Utility to maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, plateware and utensils in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition. The role assists in food preparation procedures and supports the team in daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service.

The position requires physical stamina to stand for long periods, regular lifting up to 40 pounds, and a readiness to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.