Dishwasher/Porter at Food for Thought

Lincolnwood, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dishwashing, Sanitation, Kitchen Cleaning, Floor Scrubbing, Trash Removal, Industrial Washing Machines, Attention To Detail, Teamwork, Handling Pressure, Lifting, Standing, Bending, Kneeling, Handling Tools, Grasping Objects

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Job Position: Dishwasher / Porter Wage: $18.00-19.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4 pm. Weekends as needed Location: Lincolnwood, IL. Job Summary As one of our FFT Dishwashers, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation for dishes, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other kitchen equipment. You will also assist with all kitchen cleaning duties as needed, sweep or scrub floors, clean garbage cans with water or steam, sort and remove trash and place it in designated pickup areas. Responsibilities • Washing dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand. • Maintaining kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition. • Transferring supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks. • Loading or unloading trucks that deliver or pick up food or supplies. Required Qualifications • Self-motivated with a high energy level. • Hands-on experience with industrial washing machines. • Attention to detail and sanitation rules. Preferred Qualifications • Ability to work in a team, as well as on individual tasks. • Ability to thrive and remain even-tempered when faced with a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. • Experience in the Food industry. Why We’re the Leaders * Excellent training * Employee Referral bonuses * Flexible scheduling * Career advancement opportunities * Competitive Pay * Anniversary Milestone Incentives Company Benefits & Perks * Paid Time Off * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider) * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Paid Life Insurance * Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance * Short Term Disability * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 5. Mental Health, Relationship Conflicts, Child and Eldercare, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss * Assistance for you and household members * In Person Sessions * Unlimited phone access * Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers * 401K Retirement Plan * FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth. * Employee Meal Plan * Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more). Company Values & Culture • Collaboration & Open Communication • Diverse, Inclusive, Safe, and Motivating • Our Triple Bottom Line – People, Product and Planet • A Net Positive Organization Grow with us! - at Food For Thought, instruction, advice, and assistance are always readily available, which is why our average tenure is 5 years. The U.S. average is 4.3 years, while the Hospitality industry average is only 2 years! Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach at or below the shoulder; lift and carry items up to 50 pounds for a moderate distance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and move during the length of shift; be able to bend and kneel through the shift. The employee is required to use their hands to handle tools, grasp, and control objects. Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble items. The employee is continuously exposed to extreme temperatures. Working with knives, mincers, and other dangerous tools or equipment. EEO Statement Food For Thought provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations. E-Verify Participation Food For Thought participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Responsibilities

The Dishwasher/Porter is primarily responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation for all dishes, glassware, utensils, and kitchen equipment using industrial washers or by hand. Additionally, the role involves assisting with general kitchen cleaning duties, including sweeping floors, cleaning garbage cans, and sorting/removing trash.