Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Each dishwasher’s primary objective is to provide a clean and safe kitchen area for our staff. Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment. Keep the dish room and equipment clean and organized.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintains a guest focus while performing duties
• Assumes 100% responsibility for the cleanliness of dishware and area around
• Load, run and unload dish machine only when full, avoiding waste and quicker turn
• Keep the dish machine clean and report any functional or mechanical problems to manager
• Monitor dish machine water temperature and chemical levels to ensure sanitary wash cycle.
• Wash and store all tableware and kitchenware.
• Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room and kitchen
• Bag and haul kitchen trash to dumpster.
• Leaves hallway area free of debris, food and boxes at all times
• Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss.
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as required
• Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• NEVER let the machine wait for a new cycle
• ALWAYS ready for the new cycle
• NEVER stand around waiting for the dish machine to be finished machine
• ALWAYS check with manager or chef before leaving
• Sweep and mop all kitchen and dish areas moving tables to reach behind hidden spots
• DO NOT use the hose spray as your cleaning tool, use green sponges ,stainless steel scrubbers or cloth
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings when asked to and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager on duty.
• ALWAYS Scrubs pots and pans, skillets and maintains shininess using stainless steel scrubbers
• NEVER store dirty pots, pans or plates
• ALWAYS clean dishes with a cloth before they go in the dish machine
• ALWAYS RUN EVERYTHING IN THE DISH MACHINE AND SANITIZE

Physical and mental qualifications

• Physical stamina: Must be able to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift heavy items (sometimes up to 50 pounds).
• Attention to detail: Essential for ensuring proper cleaning and sanitizing of dishes and equipment.
• Fast-paced environment: Ability to work efficiently and maintain quality during peak hours.
• Work ethic: A strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality are highly valued.

Skills and abilities

• Teamwork: Ability to follow instructions and work well with other kitchen staff.
• Time management: Needed to keep up with the flow of dishes during busy service.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.