Restaurant Dishwasher

“Everything important I learned, I learned as a dishwasher.” ~ Anthony Bourdain

Looking to start an exciting career in the restaurant industry? Get your foot in the kitchen door as our new Dishwasher! As a Dishwasher, we're looking for hardworking individuals who are eager to contribute to the smooth operation of our busy kitchen. A Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment to ensure that the kitchen has a steady supply of clean plates, bowls, silverware, pots, pans, and glasses. Their duties include prioritizing loads of different types of crockery and kitchenware, hand-washing dishes, loading the dishwasher, and placing dishes to dry. If you're personable and seeking a rewarding job with room for growth, apply today!

• Ensure appropriate levels of detergent and cleaning supplies while also keeping track of dishwashing machine mechanical problems
• Scrape plates, sort dishes, and rinse glassware before putting them in the dishwasher to be cleaned
• Place utensils and dishes in proper storage areas after unloading the dishwasher
• Sweep and scrub kitchen floors to maintain a clean and tidy working environment
• Participate in regular employee meetings to ensure all procedures and safety rules are followed
• Dishwashers unload the cutlery and dishes brought to the kitchen by bussers while loading and organizing them into trays for the washer
• Learn to maintain a commercial dishwashing machine, including keeping track of dishwashing machine mechanical defects and maintaining accurate levels of detergent and cleaning supplies
• Other responsibilities include working with other kitchen staff to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen that adheres to food safety regulations
• Train in all other areas of the kitchen, such as prep and line cook, to fully understand the inner working of a commercial kitchen to make yourself as indispensable as possible

• Excellent stamina and physical health
• Candidates must have completed high school or received similar certification
• Possesses a strong work ethic and has high attention to detail
• Prior food service industry experience is highly desired

In October 2012 off Record Street in Dallas’s West End neighborhood, Ellen's was founded with the simple idea of serving breakfast all day, every day. Brunch is America's favorite meal, and after 10 successful years serving well over 1 million guests, we have become a local favorite. Ellen's is quickly expanding throughout the DFW metroplex with our first upcoming location set for Dallas's Casa Linda neighborhood! Future locations also coming soon to Frisco, Fort Worth, and North Dallas. There are many exciting opportunities on the horizon, and we would like for you to join us.