Dishwasher - No Experience!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Red Lobster is a renowned restaurant chain that has grown from its humble beginnings as a family-owned eatery into a beloved seafood dining experience with over 500 locations. Founded on a passion for seafood and coastal cuisine, Red Lobster is much more than just another restaurant; it is a community cornerstone where customers enjoy meals that create lasting memories. With over fifty years of history, Red Lobster continues to be dedicated to providing excellent food and exceptional service, which helps create a welcoming environment where guests feel like part of the family. The restaurant embraces its role in the communities it serves, turning new guests into familiar friends and making each visit special.
The Dishwasher/Utility position at Red Lobster plays a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness and operational efficiency of the restaurant. This role involves comprehensive cleaning and sanitization of all dishes, utensils, glassware, pots, pans, and cooking tools to ensure a hygienic and safe dining environment. The dishwasher is also responsible for operating dishwashing machines safely and correctly, keeping kitchen and dining areas clean, and managing waste disposal effectively. This role demands a team-oriented approach, requiring the employee to support cooks with prep tasks, such as helping prepare Red Lobster's signature Cheddar Bay Biscuits, and assisting in general kitchen duties when needed. Success in the role relies heavily on attention to detail, compliance with cleaning and safety protocols, and a commitment to customer and team satisfaction.
This is a physically demanding position that requires the ability to stand for extended periods of 8 to 12 hours, bend, reach, squat, and safely lift up to 30 pounds. Red Lobster is committed to inclusivity, providing reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The company offers competitive pay ranging from $16.50 to $25.00 per hour, and weekly payment to support ease of finances. Flexible scheduling accommodates individual needs, making it easier to balance work and personal life. Additional benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance starting at under $10 per week, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) savings plan with company contributions after one year of service. Employees are also eligible for anniversary pay upon meeting eligibility requirements.
Red Lobster provides an engaging work environment with discounted meals during shifts, a 25% discount when dining as a guest, and believes in investing in the growth and development of its staff through training and career advancement opportunities. The company proudly promotes diversity and equal employment opportunities, cultivating a welcoming workplace for all employees regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a family that values its people and is focused on a bright future filled with exciting opportunities. There is no better time to become a valued team member at Red Lobster and contribute to its ongoing success.
                - Meet minimum age requirement and be authorized to work in the United States
 - ability to bend, reach, squat, and safely lift up to 30 pounds
 - capacity to stand for an 8 to 12 hour shift
 - ability to work well in a team setting with attention to detail
 - willingness to follow all safety and cleaning protocols