Dishwasher

Job Overview

Based in Austin, TX, this full-time dishwasher position plays a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen to support efficient operations and elevate guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare workstations, including setting up the dish machine and server dump station.
• Arrange the three-sink washing area correctly and ensure all mop buckets and mops are clean.
• Maintain adequate stock of clean bus tubs for bussers and inventory cleaning supplies such as detergents and degreasers, replenishing and reporting shortages to the kitchen manager.
• Thoroughly wash all dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set cleaned silverware and dishes in designated areas for bussers and return kitchenware to proper storage places.
• Clean and replenish bus tubs and sanitize the dishwasher after use, including turning it off at the end of the shift.
• Prepare hot bleach water for mopping kitchen floors and walk-in areas, perform mopping duties, and disinfect all drains.
• Clean mops, buckets, and related equipment after use to maintain sanitation.

Candidate Requirements

• Familiarity with food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively within a team.
• Calmness and efficiency working under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and self-motivation with good organizational abilities.
• Dedication to providing quality service and knowledge of food and beverage operations.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as needed.

Physical and ADA Requirements

• Must have the ability to speak, hear, and possess good vision including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Capable of standing for up to eight hours with frequent walking.
• Physical ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift items up to 35 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent use of manual dexterity and coordination with fine motor skills.
• Prepared to work in environments exposed to heat or cold from equipment and moderate to loud noise levels.
• Flexible to work schedules including evenings, holidays, and extended business hours.