Kitchen Utility & Prep Specialist

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Michigan is seeking a General Utility to maintain clean, sanitary kitchen areas, assist in food preparation and support the dining team. You will manage dishwashing, stock and sanitation tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires physical stamina to lift up to 40 pounds, standing long hours and working indoors with occasional outdoor shifts. Teamwork and reliability are essential to help ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Maintains clean and sanitary kitchen areas.
• Assists in food preparation procedures.
• Fosters teamwork and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Scrapes and pre-rinses food from dirty dishes and loads dishwasher.
• Washes pots, pans and trays by hand and/or machine.
• Completes all assigned prep work.
• Removes trash and garbage to dumpster area.
• Washes work areas and equipment including floors.
• Transports cases weighing up to 40 pounds and lifts as needed.
• Works indoors most of the time with some outdoor shifts.

Skills

Dishwashing

Food preparation support

Sanitation

Job description

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Michigan is seeking a General Utility to maintain clean, sanitary kitchen areas, assist in food preparation and support the dining team. You will manage dishwashing, stock and sanitation tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires physical stamina to lift up to 40 pounds, standing long hours and working indoors with occasional outdoor shifts. Teamwork and reliability are essential to help ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.