Glass Polisher- Fine Dining, Upscale Italian Restaurant

Job Description: Restaurant Glass Polisher

Position Summary

The Glass Polisher is responsible for ensuring all bar glassware is cleaned, polished, and presentation-ready in accordance with Angelina’s Restaurant standards. This role supports bar and front-of-house operations by maintaining high levels of cleanliness, sanitation, and organization while complying with all applicable health and safety regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Polish and sanitize all bar glassware to ensure a spotless, streak-free presentation.
• Inspect glassware for chips, cracks, or defects and remove damaged items from service.
• Maintain proper organization and storage of glassware in designated bar areas.
• Assist with restocking clean glassware for bar and service stations as needed.
• Follow all company sanitation procedures and local health department regulations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace safety standards (including proper handling of hot water, chemicals, and glassware).
• Maintain cleanliness of polishing stations, sinks, and surrounding work areas.
• Safely handle, transport, and store glassware to prevent breakage or injury.
• Communicate effectively with bar staff and management regarding inventory levels and operational needs.
• Perform additional support duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to cleanliness, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age (or as required by state law).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands for polishing and handling glassware.
• Ability to safely perform repetitive motions.

Work Environment 

Fast-paced restaurant and bar setting.

• Exposure to wet floors, cleaning chemicals, and glassware.
• Must adhere to all workplace safety guidelines.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Angelina’s Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Other Job Duties 

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs.