Dishwasher - Full Time

About Restaurant Associates

Join Restaurant Associates, a premier dining and event catering provider serving prestigious museums, arts centers, and corporations nationwide. Recognized by Glassdoor for excellence as a top workplace.

Job Summary

The Dishwasher role involves maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, kitchen utensils, cooking equipment, and work areas to support smooth kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Remove food residues by scraping and rinsing dishes, utilizing manual wash or dishwashing machines as per assignment.
• Clean pots, pans, and trays following prescribed procedures to ensure full sanitation.
• Polish silverware employing machinery and chemical treatments tailored to equipment and protocols.
• Maintain safety standards and follow all operational guidelines regarding temperature and chemical usage.
• Keep dishwashing areas tidy and compliant with safety regulations.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors regularly to uphold sanitation and safety.
• Clean worktables, walls, refrigerators, meat blocks, and other food preparation surfaces.
• Handle waste disposal by emptying trash into designated bins and cleaning garbage containers thoroughly.
• Assist with transferring supplies and equipment between storage and work zones, including loading and unloading products.
• Perform any other duties assigned to support kitchen and dining operations.

Requirements and Eligibility

• Previous experience in hospitality is required; candidates open to training are encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to comply with all safety practices, including proper use of protective gloves and footwear and safe lifting techniques.

Schedule and Location

Full-time position based in Ann Arbor, Michigan (ZIP 48105), working Monday through Friday with hours to be discussed during interview.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay fixed at $26.00 per hour.
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity insurance, legal services, pet insurance, identity theft protection, and shopping discounts.

Additional Information

This role offers eligibility for an Employee Referral Bonus through internal programs. Applications accepted on a continuous basis. The company implements equal opportunity policies and accommodates individuals with disabilities. Certain locations may require specific background screenings.