Must be at least 18 years old.
Reports To: Manager or Supervisor on Duty
Position Summary: A dish machine operator contributes to the success of Shari’s by executing tasks
required to sort and rack dishes, operate the dish machine and maintain a stock of clean dish and service
ware in all needed locations. Ensure that restrooms, floors, outside, kitchen and dish machine areas are clean
and well organized.
Essential Functions: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
function satisfactorily. The duties and responsibilities listed below are of those that must be met to successfully
perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
an essential function.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Pick up litter and debris from the parking lot area and the perimeter of the restaurant.
2. Clean and stock restrooms thoroughly at the beginning of the shift and then maintain hourly.
3. Operation and maintenance of the dish machine to include checking and changing chemicals using proper
safety precautions and cleanliness of the machine inside and out.
4. Remove all full flatware and bus tubs to the kitchen for washing then replacing the full tubs with clean,
empty tubs.
5. Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans using the dish machine or by hand as applicable.
6. Replace clean dishware in the appropriate area for use quickly and efficiently.
7. Sweep and mop floor areas in the kitchen, dining room and restrooms.
8. Empty full garbage containers into the dumpster throughout the shift.
9. Restock pop machine as needed.
10. Clean up any spills or broken glass immediately following safety precautions.
11. Take grease filters down, wash thoroughly and reposition under exhaust system.
12. Put away food deliveries checking for quality and maintaining proper product rotation in a timely
manner.
13. Work effectively with managers, servers, cooks and fellow dish machine operators.
14. Handle complaints in a professional manner. Work with the manager to resolve guest complaints.
15. Maintain a professional appearance, including proper hygiene and report to work as scheduled, in
uniform and ready to take over your station.
16. Perform additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the manager at any time.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
1. Ability to work in a team environment.
2. Able to take direction and have a positive attitude.
3. Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
4. Demonstrate organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
5. Meet productivity standards and complete work using time efficiently.
QUALIFICATIONS
Language Ability – Ability to comprehend simple instructions and to interpret documents such as safety
rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Math Ability – Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers using units of US weight measurement.
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Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in
written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in situations.
Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations. Speak
effectively with guests, coworkers and management. Approach others in a tactful manner.
Permits – Ability to obtain and maintain a state applicable food handler’s card.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical
parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While preforming the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand or walk for 2 hours at a time
up to 4-8 hours. Employee will be able to sit approximately every 2 hours. Employee will continuously be
performing hand and wrist work including grasping, and bending and twisting. Employee will frequently push
and pull and reach above the shoulder. Employee will occasionally kneel or squat. This position will seldom
require fine hand manipulation or climb/stairs. Employee will continuously lift or carry 0-5 pounds, frequently
lift or carry 6-10 pounds, occasionally lift or carry 11-40 pounds and rarely lift over 41-50 pounds.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Kirkland, WA 98034: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person