Restaurant Assistant - Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn - Applebee's

The Restaurant Assistant/Sanitation Specialist assists in operating a clean, sanitary, and orderly restaurant to help maintain the smooth operation of guest service, each and every shift.

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The health and well-being of our associates is a high priority. We offer competitive compensation and benefits to both hourly and salaried associates, based on eligibility and availability. We believe these are key components of our associates' Total Rewards and employment experience.

• Competitive Pay- $16.00 - $16.50 per hour based on experience
• Health Care Benefits
• Flexible Hours
• Extensive Training
• Meal Discounts
• Real Advancement Opportunities

The Restaurant Assistant assists in operating a clean, sanitary, and orderly restaurant to help maintain the smooth operation of guest service, each shift.

• Completes opening and closing duties to insure guest readiness.
• Greets and interacts with all guests creating a friendly and upbeat atmosphere.
• Holds the door open for guests and assists/directs them.
• Takes guest take-out orders.
• Helps expedite food and drinks.
• Packs and delivers to-go food.
• Restocks service items, i.e., glasses, ice, condiments, etc.
• Checks and ensures the overall cleanliness of the restrooms on a routine basis.
• Works the service bar.
• Restocks bar items for bartenders, i.e., glasses, ice.
• Stocks and cleans beer cooler - including changing beer kegs.
• Empties trash cans when needed.
• Assists with pre-bussing and is responsible for cleaning, disinfect, rinse, sanitize all tables after the guest leaves.
• Completes all assigned prep work.
• Practices sanitary and safe food handling at all times.
• Cleans and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift.
• Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.
• Washes dishes and insures overall restaurant cleanliness.

General

• Must have the ability to frequently lift and carry bus tubs, trays, and other objects weighing 25 pounds or more.
• Place plates, utensils, pans, and cases on high and low shelves.
• Stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of approximately six (6) hours in length.
• Possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.
• Transport cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
• Lift pots, pans, etc. up to 40 pounds in weight.

Work Environment

• Work will be conducted in a restaurant environment including the kitchen.
• May encounter temperatures ranging from 32 degrees to 425 degrees around equipment.
• May occasionally walk on slippery surfaces.
• Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.