Dishwasher - Des Moines

Core Values

Big Grove only hires and retains people who exhibit our core values. Our Core Values are: Set the Tone, Thirst for Improvement, We Care, Practice Candor, Passion Driven. You will be given a culture deck explaining these core values. The goal of our culture deck is to show you who we are as a company, and then you can decide if you personally align with us and are excited to begin a career here.

Essential Functions

• Complete pre and post shift cleaning tasks.
• Clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils and other kitchen equipment.
• Cleanliness and organization in the dishwashing area is crucial. This includes keeping sinks, countertops, and floors clean and free of debris, as well as regularly emptying trash and recycling bins.
• Follow proper sanitation and hygiene protocols is critical to prevent cross-contamination and maintain a safe and healthy environment for customers and staff. This includes handling chemicals safely and using protective equipment as necessary.
• Work as a team to achieve time sensitive tasks.
• Safely maintain and operate kitchen equipment.

Competencies

• Efficiency & Speed: Ability to clean and organize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment quickly to keep up with restaurant demands.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring all dishware, glassware, and utensils are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and free of residue.
• Time Management: Prioritizing tasks effectively to maintain a steady workflow in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork & Communication: Working closely with kitchen staff and servers to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Knowledge of Cleaning & Sanitization Procedures: Understanding proper food safety standards, including the use of dishwashing chemicals and sanitization methods.
• Organization Skills: Keeping dish areas, sinks, and storage spaces clean, organized, and free of clutter.
• Adaptability: Adjusting to high-volume rushes and unexpected kitchen needs with a positive attitude.
• Work Ethic & Dependability: Being punctual, reliable, and committed to maintaining cleanliness standards.
• Waste & Water Management: Using resources responsibly to minimize waste while ensuring efficiency.

Work Environment

• Fast-Paced & High-Pressure: Constant flow of dirty dishes, cookware, and utensils requiring quick turnaround to keep up with kitchen and customer demands.
• Hot & Humid Conditions: Exposure to steam, hot water, and high temperatures from dishwashing machines and kitchen equipment.
• Physically Demanding: Long hours on foot, repetitive lifting, scrubbing, and carrying heavy racks of dishes.
• Wet & Slippery Floors: Frequent exposure to water and soap, requiring caution and proper footwear for safety.
• Team-Oriented Environment: Close collaboration with cooks, servers, and fellow kitchen staff to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Noise & Busy Atmosphere: Background noise from dish machines, kitchen equipment, and communication among staff in a high-energy setting.
• Time-Sensitive Tasks: Quick cleaning and organization of dishes and utensils to prevent kitchen slowdowns during peak hours.
• Exposure to Cleaning Chemicals: Regular handling of soaps, sanitizers, and degreasers, requiring knowledge of safe usage and protective measures.
• Repetitive Yet Essential Work: Performing the same tasks continuously but playing a crucial role in maintaining kitchen operations.
• High Expectations for Cleanliness & Sanitation: Ensuring all dishware and kitchen tools meet strict hygiene standards to comply with food safety regulations.
• Physical Demands: Standing for long hours, lifting and carrying heavy loads, constant scrubbing, rinsing, stacking, and unloading dishes, bending, reaching, stooping, moving quickly, handling wet and slippery surfaces, maintaining endurance and stamina, manual dexterity and grip strength, exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time to full-time position and hours of work/days may vary from week to week. Schedules will be posted the week prior to allow time for employees to be informed of work requirements. The business is open 7 days a week during many day parts. Evening and weekends are a requirement.

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience working as a dishwasher is preferred but not required. We will provide on the job training. A strong work ethic is needed to be successful at Big Grove.