Kitchen Utility Specialist – Prep & Clean-Up

Applebee's; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream in Grants Pass, Oregon is seeking an entry-level kitchen helper to maintain clean work areas, assist in food preparation, and support dishwashing operations.

Responsibilities include cleaning equipment, sorting and sanitizing surfaces, handling waste, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards in indoor and outdoor settings; flexibility for hot, damp environments and standing for long periods is expected.

Qualifications

• Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• Good personal hygiene required.
• Works both indoors and outdoors.
• Works frequently in a hot damp environment.
• Must possess and/or obtain a valid Food Handlers Card prior to employment.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintains kitchen work areas, equipment, plate ware and utensils in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition.
• Assists in food preparation procedures.
• Scrapes and pre-rinses food from dirty dishes and places them in dishwashing machine.
• Washes pots, pans, and trays by hand and/or machine.
• Completes all assigned prep work.
• Removes trash and garbage to dumpster area.
• Washes work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors.
• Cleans garbage cans and trash receptacles.
• Assembles, maintains and breaks down dish machine.

Skills

Dishwashing

Food prep

Teamwork

Hygiene

Education

Food Handlers Card required

Job description

Primary Responsibilities:

Maintains kitchen work areas, equipment, plate ware and utensils in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition. Assists in food preparation procedures.

Specific Functions and Duties:

1. Scrapes and pre-rinses food from dirty dishes and places them in dishwashing machine.

2. Washes pots, pans, and trays by hand and/or machine.

3. Completes all assigned prep work.

4. Removes trash and garbage to dumpster area.

5. Washes work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors.

6. Cleans garbage cans and trash receptacles.

7. Assembles, maintains and breaks down dish machine

Qualification Standards:

1. Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.

2. Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.

3. Good personal hygiene required.

4. Works both indoors and outdoors.

5. Works frequently in a hot damp environment.

6. Must possess and/or obtain a valid Food Handlers Card prior to employment.

7. Must be at least 16 years of age.

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be able to stand and exert a well-paced mobility for periods up to four hours in length.

2. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to managers and other staff members.

3. Transports and carries objects up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

4. Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Wages:

1. Minimum Wage.

Join the Team Behind a Groundbreaking Dining Experience!
We're bringing together two iconic brands—Applebee’s and IHOP—under one roof to create a one-of-a-kind restaurant concept. Guests can enjoy IHOP’s world-famous breakfast favorites and Applebee’s craveable casual dining and bar offerings, all in one convenient location. With two distinct dining areas, this innovative setup offers the best of both worlds in a single visit.
Be part of a team that’s redefining how people dine out. If you’re passionate about hospitality, love working in a dynamic environment, and want to be part of something truly unique, we’d love to meet you!