Dishwasher

Company Description

Job Description

The Dishwasher helps assists with operational success by ensuring all cookware (pots and pans), dishes, utensils and glassware are clean and available in a timely manner.  Responsible for organizing, stocking and storing all cleaned dishes and other assigned areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Load, unload and operate the dish washing machine; add proper amount of dish-washing liquid/chemicals as needed.
• Follow all procedures necessary to keep the dishwashing machine operating at health department standards.
• Properly store and organize clean pots, pans, dishes and utensils in proper areas.
• Notify the Kitchen Manager when the necessary dish-washing liquid/chemicals or supplies are running low and need to be ordered.
• Check, sweep and/or mop all floors to keep clean and free of debris.
• Check and clean all drains empty and rinse drain screens/traps as needed to keep free of debris.
• Check and restock all hand-washing stations with necessary supplies such as soap and paper towels, etc.
• Clean, sanitize and polish all food areas and stainless-steel surfaces daily or as needed.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Receive incoming food deliveries and help store food items in proper places as necessary.
• Clean assigned areas after each meal session including bus tables to remove dirty dishes, wipe down/clean tables, chairs and empty trash bins, etc.
• Scrub and clean ovens, as needed.
• Assist Cooks with food preparation and service as needed.
• Follows all Kitchen, health, and sanitation procedures.
• Knows and follows all company, Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Programs and policies.
• Works extra shifts and hours as required.
• Assists in other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Read, write and speak basic English.
• Act in a professional manner in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of proper use of cleaning chemicals, supplies and proper cleaning techniques.
• Must understand and follow proper food preparation standards and techniques.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn all local and state sanitation requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• Must be able to understand normal conversation and accurately communicate information.
• Ability to stand and walk on paved, unpaved, uneven and sometimes slippery surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, squat, twist, turn, push, and pull repetitively; Reach down, forward and overhead frequently.
• Must be able to work in cold (walk-in freezers), hot (dish-washers, ovens, cooking equipment), humid and wet (dishwasher) areas.
• Able to use cleaning supplies including harsh chemicals and cleaners such as oven cleaner and general cleaning solutions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, or previous Kitchen, Hospitality, or related work experience, or equivalent combination of work experience and education preferred.

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