Porter

At IHOP, we're seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Porter/Combo to join our team. As a key member of our restaurant staff, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a clean and organized environment for our guests and staff.

• Develop and maintain professional relationships with IHOP Team Members and guests.
• Clear and clean tables, chairs, booths, and floors after guests leave.
• Pick up, sort, and wash all china, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, utensils, etc.
• Unload, unbox, rotate, and store food, equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Stock and rotate all needed supplies in the service areas and dining room.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as IHOP's Safety Manual and SOP health, sanitation, and safety guidelines.
• Dispose of all trash properly.
• Check restrooms hourly to ensure proper stocking levels of supplies and cleanliness.
• Perform all cleaning duties according to posted cleaning charts.
• Comply with IHOP uniform and appearance standards.
• Perform other assignments or tasks as assigned by the General Manager, Assistant Manager, or acting supervisor.

• Porter/Combo roles can be physically demanding, so candidates should be able to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks comfortably.
• The ability to thoroughly clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment is crucial for maintaining hygiene standards.
• Porters/Combos need to work efficiently to keep up with the pace of the restaurant's operations, particularly during busy shifts.
• Keeping dishwashing and cleaning areas well-organized and ensuring items are returned to their proper places is essential.
• Punctuality and consistency are highly valued in these roles, as timely completion of tasks is important for overall restaurant operations.
• A commitment to following safety guidelines and using appropriate protective equipment, such as gloves and aprons, is essential.
• Porters/Combos often work closely with kitchen and serving staff, so being a cooperative and communicative team member is important.
• Some roles may require basic math skills for counting and recording inventory or orders.
• The ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities during a shift, such as assisting with food preparation or cleaning duties, is beneficial.
• Porters/Combos may work in a fast-paced and potentially high-stress environment, so the ability to remain composed under pressure is valuable.
• Having a polite and friendly demeanor is important.