Dish Machine Operator

Dish Machine Operator (DMO)
Position Description

Job Title: Dish Machine Operator (DMO) Department: Department of Safety and Sanitation
Reports To: Restaurant Management Team FLSA: Non-Exempt, Non-Tipped

Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for operating the dish machine, maintaining the dish area, and putting all supplies in their designated areas. Assists in maintaining the dining room area by bussing and setting tables, emptying trash cans, and returning dishes, glasses, and silverware to the dish area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Bus Department shift responsibilities
Smiles and displays a positive attitude while promoting a positive image of the Company.

Maintains great “curb appeal” for restaurant by keeping parking lot, walkways, and grounds free of litter and debris.

Clears walkways of snow and ice and applies snowmelt to heavy traffic areas to prevent unnecessary slips and falls.

Maintains a clean and organized dish room and surrounding area, sweeping floors throughout the shift and stocking all necessary materials.

Keeps restrooms clean and neat by checking restrooms every 30 minutes and restocking supplies as needed.

Empties trash cans when ¾ full.

Ensures ice bins are full prior to and throughout the shift.

Properly uses chemicals when cleaning and complies with MSDS regulations.

Changes sanitizer (green bucket) and silverware soak (blue bucket) throughout the shift. Stores towels in sanitizing solution throughout the shift.

Completes opening and closing checklists for every shift.

Completes daily side work, cleaning projects, and monthly maintenance list.

Assists team members by pre-bussing as needed.

Assists hosts by rearranging tables to accommodate large parties without disrupting the guest experience for neighboring tables as needed.

Is knowledgeable of table numbers throughout the dining room.

Cleans and maintains floors in the front and back of house.

Helps reduce the opportunity for cross contamination by washing hands throughout each shift.

Monitors silverware supply and washes silverware consistently throughout the shift to ensure proper par levels are maintained.

Washes and stocks plateware and glassware throughout each shift to maintain appropriate par levels.

Helps maintain “great atmosphere” by immediately informing a manager when a TV has a black screen or when a game ends.

Maintains bus stands/server stations by emptying full bus bins throughout the shift.

II. Compliance to Winking Lizard standards, systems, procedures, and policies

Maintains the Company expectations of performance and behavior in the restaurant, not listed as established in the Employee
Handbook, Training Manual, Policy Manual, and Employee Guidelines.

Maintains an excellent personal appearance by following Winking Lizard uniform guidelines and personal hygiene standards by being in clean uniform prior to the start of each shift.

Clocks in and out for breaks following proper break procedures. Approves break through a manager prior to leaving the dish area.

Responsible to wear non-slip shoes for every shift.

Eats in a designated area of the restaurant. Does not eat or drink in guests’ view.

Keeps personal belongings (coats, purses, back packs, etc.) in a designated area approved by management.

Must be reliable and punctual in reporting for work as scheduled.

Winking Lizard, Inc. © 2009 Revised 7.09

GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS
The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Shift Length – Varies – 8 to 10 hour shifts

Breaks – ½ hour per shift if applicable

Flooring – Cement, tile, and hardwood floor

Lighting – Adequate and overhead

Miscellaneous – Subject to wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noise

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Infrequent Occasional Frequent Continuous

(1-2X per shift) (3-12X per hour) (13-30X per hour) (30+X per hour)
Floor to waist Up to 60 lbs Up to 35 lbs Up to 40 lbs
Waist to shoulder Up to 60 lbs Up to 35 lbs Up to 40 lbs
Shoulder to overhead Up to 60 lbs Up to 35 lbs Up to 40 lbs
Carry Up to 60 lbs Up to 20 lbs
Push/pull Up to 20 lbs
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Bending X
Reaching X
Squatting/kneeling X

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Medium to heavy strength range

Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills

Ability to respond in emergencies to avoid imminent danger to self and others

Responsible, dependable, and flexible in scheduling

Work in harmony with staff

Please check the space below that applies. Sign and date prior to the acceptance of a position with the Winking Lizard.

_____ I can perform all of the essential functions of this position.

_____ I cannot perform all of the functions of this position without an accommodation.

Signature: _______________________________________________________ Date: __________________________________

Print Name: ______________________________________________________

Winking Lizard, Inc. © 2009 Revised 7.09

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $10.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Tips

COVID-19 considerations:
We are committed to keeping our employees and guests safe. All Front of the House employees must wear facial covering, we are enforcing social distancing, we have plexiglass barriers for all bar guests and are not seating more than parties of ten.

Shift Availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Hours per week:

• 20-29
• 30-39

Tip income:

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants under 18 years old, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location
• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
• A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Company's website:

• www.winkinglizard.com

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/WinkingLizard/

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place