Dish & Server Assistants
Listed on 2026-08-20
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Restaurant/Food Service
Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant
Rutland
Dennys | 5151
361 US Route 7 S
Ste 107
Rutland, VT 05701, USA
Rutland
Dennys | 5151
361 US Route 7 S
Ste 107
Rutland, VT 05701, USA
- Pay or shift range: $14.42 USD to $18.48 USD
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
We are seeking a hardworking Dishwasher / Kitchen Helper to play a key role in maintaining a clean and organized back‑of‑house environment. This is an essential position that supports daily restaurant operations and offers opportunities to learn new skills in a professional kitchen setting.
What You'll Do- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment using commercial dish machines
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dishwashing area
- Assist kitchen staff with basic prep tasks when needed
- Sweep, mop, and follow sanitation standards throughout the shift
- Take out trash, recycling, and help maintain overall cleanliness
- Restock clean plates, utensils, and supplies for service
- Follow all food safety, health, and hygiene guidelines
- Strong work ethic and good attention to detail
- Ability to stay productive in a fast‑paced environment
- Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for the duration of the shift
- Minimum prior experience required —
we provide full training
- Competitive hourly pay
- Opportunities to grow into prep cook, line cook, or other BOH positions
- Employee meals or discounts (if offered)
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Must be 18 or older.
Denny's, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, militaryor veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.
Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at or dhs.gov/e-verify. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
Qualifications Skills Behaviors:
Motivations Preferred Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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