Dishwasher - TAO Restaurant Chicago

Tao Group Hospitality•Chicago, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking a Dishwasher to join their team at TAO Restaurant Chicago. The role involves ensuring all service and kitchen wares are clean and sanitized, interacting politely with team members and supervisors, and maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. The position requires knowledge of dish machines, cleaning chemicals, and sanitation standards, as well as the ability to perform opening and closing procedures, maintain kitchen equipment, and report any equipment damage. Team members are expected to participate in pre-service meetings and training sessions, portray a positive attitude, and work collaboratively with colleagues. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Previous porter and/or Dishwasher experience preferred.
Ability to write and verbally communicate.
Must be able to move quickly.
Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke.
Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
May work extended hours, irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required.
Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards.
Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous porter and/or Dishwasher experience

Responsibilities

Ensure all service/kitchen wares are clean and sanitized.
Aide in cleaning inside and outside the venue.
Proper storage and removal of garbage and soiled linens.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the dish station, the kitchen, and the entire venue.
Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
Possess in-depth knowledge of the dish machine.
Possess in-depth knowledge of proper usage of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and supplies.
Comply with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
Communicate product needs to the chefs and/or purchaser.
Properly set-up dish station and perform opening/closing procedures as directed by management.
Stock stations with prescribed supplies.
Properly set up and break down dish machine.
Maintain and clean kitchen equipment.
Wipe down and sanitize stations.
Perform opening and closing side-work as prescribed.
Report all breakage and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
Attend and participate in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).
Attend and participate in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
Portray a positive and professional attitude.
Demonstrate knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
Work as part of a team and provide help and support to all fellow team members.
Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned.