Dishwasher

We’re more than just a business—we’re a values-driven organization that believes in creating an environment where every team member can thrive. Our core values guide everything we do, from how we interact with each other to how we serve our guests and community. Join us at Olympia Hospitality and take the next step toward a fulfilling, balanced, and supported career. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Prepare all tableware for washing (scrape plates, pre-soak silver, and place all items to be washed in their proper rack)
• Set up dishwashing machine; makes sure drains are closed, tanks filled, temperatures at correct level and detergents at proper level
• Wash dishes; stack and store china, glassware and flatware in appropriate kitchen areas
• Thoroughly clean dishwashing equipment and working areas
• Wash pots and pans properly,  i.e., pre-soak, wash with proper detergent, and rinse in sanitizing solution or 180 degrees rinse water
• Dispose of waste in manner prescribed by management
• Perform general housekeeping in the kitchen including floors, i.e. sweep & mop, scrubbing heavily soiled areas; take initiative to do extra cleaning when time permits
• Salvage unused items such as butter, preserves, syrups, creamers, etc.
• Ensure proper handling of dishes and glassware to minimize breakage
• Assist in putting away delivery orders
• Report maintenance issues as needed
• May assist in catering or banquet work
• May assist in food preparation, chopping vegetables, making salads, soups, etc.
• May assist in bussing tables during busy times

Skills Required:

Provide high level customer service, communicate effectively with guests and team members, follow instructions, ability to learn quickly, pay attention to detail, and maintain composure when working under pressure 

Skills Required

• Provide high-level customer service, communicate effectively with guests and team members, follow instructions, ability to learn quickly, pay attention to detail, and maintain composure when working under pressure.

Experience / Education

• Steward or set up experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent.

The Olympia Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to such characteristics as race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable law.