Utility / Dishwasher

Overview

Join SSP Group plc as a Utility / Dishwasher at our Seattle-Tacoma International Airport locations, including brands like Ballard Brew Hall, Mi Casa Cantina, and Pei Wei. This full-time role focuses on maintaining a clean, sanitized environment for both guests and staff, ensuring a safe and pleasant dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across all kitchen and dining areas, including floors, walls, windows, vents, grills, and storage spaces.
• Dispose of waste properly in designated areas to uphold hygiene standards.
• Clear and reset tables between guests and transport service-ware to the kitchen.
• Pre-clean dishes, pots, and pans; operate dishwashing equipment and ensure proper storage of cleaned items.
• Use appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment to meet sanitary protocols.
• Assist guests with requests and communicate any special needs to supervisors or servers.
• Manage loading and unloading of supply trucks and stock inventory, including food rotation and temperature checks.

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least six months of experience in retail or food service settings.
• Preferred completion of high school education.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English to interact effectively with guests and colleagues.
• Capable of problem-solving in guest service situations.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and work in confined spaces.

Benefits

• Hourly wage of $23.40.
• Comprehensive full-time employment benefits.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical coverage inclusive of prescription, dental, and vision plans with a $50 monthly employee contribution.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and a pension plan.
• Vacation accrual based on hours worked, with a maximum cap linked to seniority.
• Eight paid holidays with premium pay; Christmas receives higher premium compensation.
• Paid sick leave accrual with rollover and year-end cash-out options.
• Meal benefits including 50% discount and paid 30-minute meal breaks for eligible shifts.
• Additional medical leave and extended leave options.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SSP America supports diversity and makes employment decisions without bias towards race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application and interview phases.