Full-Time Dishwasher

About the Role

Restaurant Associates is inviting applications for a full-time Dishwasher role based in Seattle, WA 98109. This position operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Preference is given to candidates holding a Washington State food handler's card.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean dishes, pots, pans, trays, and kitchen utensils either by hand or using dishwashing machines, ensuring all items are sanitized thoroughly.
• Polish silverware using appropriate tools such as burnishing machines, chemical dips, buffing wheels, or hand cloths.
• Adhere strictly to safety procedures, including maintenance of temperature and chemical levels within standards.
• Maintain the dishwashing area in an organized and safe condition, including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning worktables, walls, refrigerators, and preparation surfaces.
• Handle waste disposal by removing trash, cleaning garbage bins, and ensuring proper sanitation.
• Facilitate the transfer of supplies between storage and work areas and assist with loading and unloading deliveries as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support kitchen operations.

Benefits

• Retirement plan options available.
• Associate shopping programs and discount marketplaces.
• Health and wellness initiatives along with identity theft protection.
• Optional benefits including pet insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity insurance, legal services, and vehicle/home insurance programs.
• Full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and flexible spending accounts.
• Possibility of paid or unpaid time off in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Workplace and Safety

• Use of protective gloves when handling knives or cleaning equipment.
• Use of heat-resistant gloves for handling hot items.
• Wearing slip-resistant footwear and adhering to correct lifting techniques to ensure personal safety.

Additional Information

Employee Referral Bonuses are offered to current associates who refer qualified candidates. This role is part of a company committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring fair treatment regardless of race, gender, disability, or other protected characteristics. The company reserves the right to modify job functions as business needs evolve.