Dishwasher

About HomeGrown Kitchen

HomeGrown Kitchen sets itself apart from typical restaurant jobs by embedding kindness into every aspect of its operations. This position offers an early start with shifts ending by 3:30 pm daily. Full-time employees benefit from competitive pay comparable or better than standard restaurant roles along with paid leave and health benefits including vision, dental, and medical coverage. Importantly, this role does not include dinner shifts.

HomeGrown values a culture of kindness, teamwork, and personal growth. As a leading breakfast and brunch eatery in Omaha, we pride ourselves on partnering with local food producers who share our commitment to quality and community. Since 2017, HomeGrown has expanded to multiple locations and is part of the Thrive Restaurant Group, a longstanding family-owned business focused on improving lives through hospitality.

Role Overview: Dishwasher (Kitchen Team Member)

As a dishwasher at HomeGrown, your primary mission is to support the restaurant’s seamless operation by ensuring all dishes, cookware, glasses, and utensils are clean and sanitized. This fast-paced, high-volume position is essential, as the entire team depends on your work to deliver excellent food and drinks.

Key Responsibilities

• Scrape, scrub, wash, sanitize, and spray pots, pans, dishes, glasses, and utensils to maintain smooth restaurant function (approx. 70%).
• Perform assigned food preparation tasks precisely as per recipes (5%).
• Set up your workstation at the start of shifts (5%).
• Adhere strictly to sanitary and food safety guidelines at all times (5%).
• Clean and sanitize your work area before, during, and after shifts (5%).
• Carry out daily and weekly cleaning projects as assigned (5%).
• Assist with putting away deliveries when needed (5%).

Qualifications and Skills

• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn and advance.
• Physical ability to place items on both high and low shelves.
• Strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow recipes exactly as provided.
• Capability to work efficiently, safely, and accurately in a fast-paced environment for up to 10 hours per day.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork under stress.
• Willingness to assist with maintenance duties, food prep, and support other kitchen stations as needed.
• Skill in handling knives, slicing, and other food prep equipment.
• Required mobility throughout the entire shift.
• Capable of lifting and transporting up to 50 pounds multiple times per shift.
• Ability to respond promptly and appropriately in emergencies to ensure safety.

Physical Requirements

This role involves continuous movement throughout the restaurant, including carrying items up to five pounds regularly and occasional lifting of items up to 50 pounds. Frequent bending and stooping are expected. Good vision is essential to assess cleanliness and operate touchscreen equipment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment and Culture

HomeGrown fosters a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere emphasizing kindness and community engagement. The company promotes work-life balance with early shifts and benefits designed to support employee well-being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thrive Restaurant Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.