Utility Dishwasher

American Social; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

American Social in Tampa, FL is seeking a dependable Dishwasher to support our kitchen team. You will clean and sanitize dishes, stock supplies, and assist with prep tasks as needed.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work late-night shifts, and physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs. Prior food-handling certification is preferred. You will follow safety procedures, communicate with chefs and managers, and help maintain clean, organized workstations.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, read and follow instructions accurately.
• Willingness to work late-night shifts and adapt to variable hours.
• Attention to detail, speed, and accuracy in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs.
• Physical stamina for extended standing and shift work.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation practices in a kitchen.
• Good communication with guests, team members, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Monitor product supply and replenish stock as needed.
• Maintain clean and sanitized workstations and kitchen areas.
• Assist with basic prep tasks and support to chefs.
• Communicate with chefs and managers about low inventory and equipment issues.
• Organize and store dishes and supplies; manage walk-ins and dry storage.

Skills

Fluent in English

Late-night shifts

Attention to detail

Lift 50 lbs

Stamina

Safety & sanitation awareness

Team communication

Education

Food handling certificate

Job description

Job Functions:

• Live and embraces American Social Vision and Core Values


• Reports to work on time and prepared for the shift


• Follows all Image and Appearance standards


• Monitors product supply and replenishes stock when necessary


• Cleans and sanitizes dishes, glassware, pots, pans, and storage racks, etc


• Communicates with chefs and managers of low product levels and equipment problems


• Removes dishes, glassware and silverware from bus tubs to prepare for cleaning


• Communicates with other Team Members to prioritize which dishes, pans, etc. need to be cleaned first


• Ensures that dishes, glassware, silverware, and kitchen items are clean and sanitized


• Sorts clean silverware, glassware and dishes


• Ensures that clean supplies are available at all times


• Organizes and straightens dry storage and walk-in refrigerator


• Cleans and sanitizes work stations, utensils, floors, floor mats, dumpsters, and equipment


• Transports boxes and trash bags from kitchen, dish area, etc., to dumpsters


• Distributes trash cans to kitchen, dish area, etc.


• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and other areas


• Assist Chef in portioning, prepping, an cooking as needed


• Assists other employees as needed


• Demonstrate a helpful, positive attitude at all times to guests and employees


• Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, and administrative procedures


• Provide complete and timely communication to other employees throughout the shift


• Is prepared to conduct weekly maintenance duties


• Complete all assigned tasks and duties requested by managers

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age


• Ability to work Late Night shifts, potentially to between 12 AM – 3AM


• Works assigned scheduled shifts


• Food handling certificate required


• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write


• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy


• Able to bend at the waist and lift items up to 50 lbs. to waist level


• Able to move items up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to 25 feet


• Remain in stationary position for up to 4 hours throughout work shift


• Able to tolerate prolonged exposure to cold and hot temps (below 40° F and above 140° F)


• Able to hear, understand, and respond to requests in a loud environment


• Able to tolerate exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals several times throughout shift.


• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding