Dishwasher

Dishwasher Job Description

At Shellie's Country Café, our Dishwashers keep the entire operation flowing. You're the engine that keeps the kitchen running — making sure every plate, cup, and pan is clean, sanitized, and ready for the next rush. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role that's essential to our success. If you take pride in hard work, teamwork, and doing things right the first time, you'll be a perfect fit

Position Summary

The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen. You'll operate dish machines, wash pots and pans, keep work areas organized, and help with general cleaning. This position plays a key role in safety, cleanliness, and team efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

· Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and equipment according to safety standards.

· Operate and maintain the dish machine, checking sanitizer levels and water temperature.

· Keep dish area, sinks, floors, and trash areas clean and organized.

· Follow the 3-sink method when washing manually.

· Use sanitizer test strips and maintain required concentration levels.

· Handle all cleaning chemicals safely and label properly.

· Empty trash and keep work areas swept and mopped.

· Assist cooks or servers with supplies when needed.

· Help prepare the kitchen for the next shift and complete end-of-shift cleaning tasks.

· Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.

What We're Looking For

· Strong work ethic and ability to stay focused during busy shifts.

· Team player with a positive attitude — no job is too small

· Reliable, punctual, and ready to help wherever needed.

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

· Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. safely.

· Experience is helpful but not required — we'll teach you everything you need to know

Living Our Core Values

1. **Hospitality First** – Clean dishes mean happy guests. Your work makes our service shine.

2. **Accountability** – You take ownership of your area — every dish, every shift.

3. **Respect** – You treat teammates, equipment, and time with care and consideration.

4. **Progress Over Perfection** – You focus on getting faster, safer, and more efficient every day.

5. **Teamwork** – You help others stay stocked and clean so the whole team succeeds.

6. **Excellence** – You maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization.

7. **Adaptability** – You stay calm and positive, even when the dish pile is tall.

30-Day Success Benchmarks

By the end of your first 30 days, you should:

· Operate the dish machine and 3-sink system independently.

· Maintain a clean, organized workspace throughout the shift.

· Keep up with peak rush times without falling behind, or be comfortable asking for (or accepting) help.

· Demonstrate proper chemical use and safety awareness.

· Communicate effectively with cooks and servers.

· Receive recognition from teammates for reliability and effort.

Benefits

· Flexible scheduling (days, nights, weekends, holidays).

· Competitive hourly wage based on experience and availability.

· Opportunities for raises, cross-training, and advancement through performance and reliability.

· Full time employees are eligible for employer sponsored health insurance benefits at half-cost upon successful completion of probationary period.

· Employee meals and discounts.

· Advanced wage payment with Toast Pay Card, making wages accessible before payday.

· Family environment with local business owners.

Reports To

Kitchen Manager or Shift Supervisor.

*Pay is negotiable depending on experience and availability* 3rd shift is eligible to start at a hire rate*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person