Food Service - Dishwasher

SSA Group • New Orleans, LA

2d

About The Position

The Dishwasher cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment to support safe food preparation. The role works with the kitchen team to store dishes and equipment properly, keep the kitchen sanitary and organized, and complete scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks. Duties also include sweeping, mopping, wiping surfaces, and emptying and cleaning trash and recycling receptacles while separating waste appropriately.

The Dishwasher is expected to follow company policies and procedures and contribute to an inclusive, supportive team environment. The role also supports sustainability and conservation efforts and community engagement. Other tasks may be assigned as needed; responsibilities and working conditions may change as circumstances require.

Requirements

• Must be willing and able to stand for long periods.
• Ability to keep up with dishes and organize the work area as business needs require.
• Knowledge of MSDS and active practice of cleanliness in the dish area while following dish-liquid use protocols.
• Commitment to presenting a clean and welcoming guest experience by upholding sanitation requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced dish pit environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize dishes and kitchen equipment, including utensils, pots, and pans, to meet safe food-preparation standards.
• Work with the kitchen team to ensure dishes and equipment are stored properly.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
• Empty and clean trash and recycling receptacles, ensuring proper waste separation.
• Maintain a sanitary and organized work environment.
• Uphold and demonstrate an understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive approach within the Brand team and across units.
• Support efforts to remove barriers and empower growth and opportunity for team members at all levels.
• Lead by example in sustainability and conservation efforts, and share knowledge with unit staff as appropriate.
• Engage with SSA and the unit in community activities and opportunities to give back.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime pay.
• On-Demand Pay Program providing access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
• Meal plan and employee discounts at applicable locations.
• 401(k) program with a 15% company match, subject to age, service, hours-worked, and enrollment eligibility requirements.
• Tuition discount through a partnership college.
• Up to 8 hours of bereavement leave.
• Holiday pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local laws; accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed