Duties of a Dishwasher / Kitchen Helper
Starting Wage: $18.00 / hour + Tips
He/She performs different duties and they work with other food service staff. Their main responsibility is to maintain and clean the kitchen area. The duties of a kitchen helper include a combination of the following:
- They are responsible for keeping the floor area neat. They need to mop and sweep the floor.
- They keep everything in their kitchen/dishwashing area clean and sanitized - plates, cups, utensils, glassware, cookware & equipment
- Another duty of a kitchen helper is to dispose of the trash on a regular basis.
- Kitchen helpers may also help with food preparation. They may assist food prep cooks when not required to be cleaning. Dishwashers may also have the opportunity to move up into a Food Prep Cook position when one becomes available. Prep Cooks have the opportunity to move into a Line Cook position.
- They also assist the other kitchen staff in unloading shipment of foods and supplies that are needed in the kitchen.
- Above all, they keep everything in the kitchen in order. They need to pile the pans, pots and other kitchen utensils properly for ease in cooking and deliver trays of clean utensils and glassware to the front end staff.
Kitchen Helpers are on their feet during their shift. He/She will need to work in a close kitchen area, be able to lift some weight and will be assigned to carry trays, glassware and plates. On average, he/she will work five days a week, six to eight hour shifts.
Work Incentives:
* Monthly Tip Bonus
* Opportunity to move into a Prep Cook position when available
* Free Duty Meal per shift
* Free beverages throughout shift
* 50% off any menu - any time
* Local discount at neighbouring restaurant
* Annual Staff Appreciation Party
Educational Requirements of a Kitchen Helper
No previous work experience necessary as we can teach you along the way! In house training on food safety, cleaning kitchen equipment and serving dishes and sanitation safety.
Starting Wage: $18.00/hour + Tips
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
