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Louisa's Cafe
Dishwasher
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A Dishwasher washes dishes, pots, pans or other kitchen equipment for a restaurant or dining hall.
$33,835 / year median in New Jersey
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic culinary team as a Dishwasher, where your role is vital in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment. You will be the backbone of our food service operation, ensuring all dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment are spotless and ready for use. This energetic position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced hospitality setting while supporting culinary excellence and food safety standards. Your dedication helps create a seamless dining experience for our guests and supports the overall success of our restaurant or catering operation. Responsibilities Operate commercial dishwashing equipment to thoroughly clean dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans according to sanitation standards. Follow food safety sanitizing procedures to ensure all items are hygienic and safe for food handling. Assist with food preparation tasks as needed, including basic ingredient handling and setup. Support bussing duties by clearing tables promptly and efficiently, ensuring a clean dining environment. Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen by sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing work areas regularly. Handle manual tasks such as heavy lifting of trays, boxes, or supplies while adhering to proper ergonomic practices. Follow all kitchen health and safety standards to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with sanitation regulations. Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly, including dishwashers, sinks, and other small appliances. Support food handling procedures during meal service or catering events to uphold food safety management protocols. Assist with inventory management by organizing supplies and notifying supervisors of low stock levels. Experience Previous food service experience is preferred, especially in restaurant or catering environments. Familiarity with sanitation practices and food safety procedures is highly desirable. Experience with dishwashing or kitchen cleaning tasks demonstrates reliability in maintaining hygiene standards. Knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and basic knife skills is a plus but not required. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting is essential. Prior experience in hospitality or hotel environments can be advantageous for understanding service standards. A proactive attitude towards cleanliness, safety, and teamwork will help you succeed in this role. Join us as a Dishwasher and become an integral part of delivering exceptional dining experiences! Your commitment to cleanliness and safety will support our culinary team's success while providing you with valuable hospitality skills in a lively environment.