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Dishwasher

Midtown Athletic Clubs · Chicago, IL · $18.00–$20.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a job where you had to stay on your feet and work hard for a full shift.

What they are checking: Their stamina and reliability, since the role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Tell me about a time you helped a coworker even though it wasn't your job.

What they are checking: Whether they are a team player in a kitchen where everyone pitches in.

What would you do

This job needs weekends and holidays and 3 to 5 shifts a week. Does that schedule work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can meet the stated schedule, which is required for this role.

The dish pit is piling up during a rush and the cooks need pans now. What do you do first?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize what the kitchen needs most to keep service moving.

You notice the dish machine isn't getting hot enough. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and tell a manager rather than keep running dishes that won't be properly sanitized.

A guest or member stops to talk with you while you're working. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay friendly and polite with members, which the posting lists as part of the job.

About the work

Have you run a commercial dish machine before? What do you check to make sure dishes come out sanitized?

What they are checking: Whether they know about water temperature or sanitizer levels, which keep members safe from foodborne illness.

How would you rack china and glassware so nothing breaks?

What they are checking: Whether they handle ware carefully and sort by type and size as the posting describes.

What do you do at the end of your shift to leave the dish area ready for the next person?

What they are checking: Whether they clean drains, machines and floors thoroughly so the next shift starts safe and clean.

How do you stay safe working around hot water, chemicals and wet floors?

What they are checking: Their awareness of everyday kitchen hazards and the habits that prevent injuries.

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The full job description

As published by Midtown Athletic Clubs.

Job Details Midtown is looking for talented dishwashers to enhance our stellar restaurant experience. We are searching for associates who can work 28-40 hours a week (3-5 shifts) and MUST be available weekends and holidays. What Your Days Will Look Like As an important part of the cafe team, our Dishwashers are friendly and attentive professionals who strive to delight our members and guests by: • Maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation in the dish room and kitchen • Operating all ware-washing machinery • Ensuring that all food service and preparation ware is clean and sanitized • Scraping and spraying all food service ware before it enters the ware-washing machine • Racking all china and glassware properly according to type and size to avoid breakage • Separating all food service ware and store properly in designated areas • Keeping ware-washing area clean and safe; clean work area, drains and machinery at end of shift • Performing special cleaning projects in kitchen areas as assigned • Displaying good communication skills when interacting with associates and guests • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds • Able to stand for extended periods of time Our Dishwashers: • Have great personalities that naturally connect with a wide variety of people • Demonstrate strong customer service skills and enjoy serving others • Have the ability to work gracefully and quickly under pressure • Work well in a collaborative team environment • Are highly organized and efficient • Have excellent communication skills Why You’ll Love It • You’ll be joining a team that takes “collaboration” to another level. We work together to support all aspects of the food & beverage experience and we don’t hesitate to step outside our comfort zones to help one another be successful. This is a unique learning opportunity for you to become familiar with multiple areas of the business, including fitness, racquet sports, and spa. • https://careers.midtown.com/about-us/benefits/ You’d Be a Great Fit If You… • Are passionate about preparing and cooking delicious meals for others • Have excellent professional references • Have a passion for helping others • Display Kindness • Bring optimism to work each day • Are relentless about showing pride in your work, every day • A willingness to listen to constructive feedback and apply it moving forward • Understand the importance of complying with Department of Health-sanitary guidelines • Have the ability to work gracefully and quickly under pressure Bonus Points if You Have: • Teamwork and collaboration as part of your DNA • Current ServSafe certification (food handler & allergen) The Other Stuff We would hate to miss out on your application because you do not meet every requirement – transferrable skills and education will also be considered, so please do not hesitate to apply! Benefits and Compensation Compensation: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience. https://careers.midtown.com/about-us/benefits/ This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department. MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department. MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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