Dishwasher

Related Titles: Steward; Pot Washer; Utility Person; Dishwasher Operator

Reports to: Executive Steward

Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position.

Classification:

Education, Certification and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies, and Expectations

• Ensure that the kitchen area is kept clean and tidy at all times to prevent any health or safety hazards.
• Wash dishes, glassware, utensils, pots and pans, and other small wares according to equipment operating requirements and the club's standard operating procedures.
• Report all accidents, illnesses, or "near-miss" incidents immediately to the manager on duty or supervisor.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required roles during emergency situations.

Job Summary (Essential Functions)

Responsible for general cleanliness of the main kitchen dish area and other Food and Beverage kitchen prep areas. Wash and properly store all cooking utensils, china equipment, flatware, and glassware.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Washes all wares in a dishwashing machine or by hand according to applicable food safety

  and other codes and regulations.

• Polishes all silverware, platters, and chafing dishes.

• Collects trash from kitchen areas; empties garbage cans and washes and re-lines with new bags;

  breaks down boxes, and crates, and removes debris.

• Examines garbage for misplaced silverware, dishes, glassware, and other reusable items.

• Washes and polishes all stainless steel in the kitchen including shelves, dish cabinets,

  ice machines, coffee area, refrigerators, and walk-ins.

• Washes and cleans receiving, trash, and other kitchen-related areas.

• Sweeps and mops kitchen floors.

• Stores all dishes and other wares in proper areas.

• Cleans dish machine and dish area according to a pre-established schedule.

• Performs other tasks such as assisting in food preparation, storing foods after delivery, and cleaning coolers, freezers and storerooms.

• Maintains inventories of soap, chemicals, and paper towels.

• Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.

• Handles all china and glassware carefully to minimize breakage.

• Continuously inspects floors in kitchen areas to assure they remain clean, dry, and clear of debris.

• Assists in completing weekly kitchen cleaning and maintenance list.

• Cleans and safely stores all brooms, mops, and other cleaning equipment in proper places.

• Uses all chemical cleaning supplies in a safe and careful manner.

• Helps food servers by prioritizing the washing of specified service items.

• Understands and consistently follows proper sanitation practices including those for personal hygiene.

• Attends departmental staff meetings.

• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Executive Steward.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Food safety certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch

  and twist or reach.

• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.

• Continuous repetitive motions.

• Work in a hot, humid, and noisy environment.