Dishwasher

Description

The Dishwasher’s primary role is to maintain a sufficient supply of clean dishes. The Dishwasher is a restaurant support professional who works with speed and efficiency to maintain sanitary and stocked dishware to ensure an extraordinary guest experience.

Summary of Essential Functions

• Operate a commercial dishwasher to clean and sanitize dishes and cookware, which includes bending, reaching, stooping, lifting, and working with cleaning agents
• Hand rinse and scrub dishware, pots and pans
• Organize, dry, polish and restock glasses, dishware and cookware in an efficient manner and with care to not break dishes and glassware
• Sweep and engage in general cleaning of the kitchen area
• Empty garbage and recycling on a consistent basis
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the walk-in pantry
• Participate in the weekly deep cleaning of the kitchen which includes moving kitchen equipment and thoroughly cleaning behind it
• Participate in the organizing the receiving of kitchen inventory
• Inspect glassware and dishware for smudges, chips, or stains
• May be exposed to allergens such as nuts, seeds, soy, shellfish, and dairy

Qualifications

• Dishwashing experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred
• High school diploma (or equivalent) encouraged
• Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures
• Certification in food safety and sanitation a plus
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• High energy and stamina.
• Able to work within a fast-paced, highly mobile, yet small space environment Able to stand, kneel, bend, and walk for up to 8 hours per day
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to withstand temperatures up to 105 degrees
• Able to communicate effectively in the primary language of the work location
• Ability to perform essential functions to company standards with reasonable accommodation