Dishwasher

Job Summary: Cleans and sanitizes all dishes, pots, and pans by utilizing dish machine and pot sink. Cleans and sanitizes counters, tables, cabinets, equipment, sinks, ranges, ovens and floors throughout the kitchen area. Requisitions supplies as needed to carry out responsibilities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares tableware for washing, receives tableware to be washed and removes food residue
• Sorts china, glassware, and silverware, placing each in separate rack or trays. Standing plates and saucers on edge and inserting cups so that they may be washed more effectively
• Sets up dishwashing machine, checks soap and rinse agents to make sure that they are full
• Cleans out food catches and fills dishwasher with hot water to proper level
• Turns on machine and places racks of dirty glasses, china, or silverware at ;machine so as the conveyer pulls the rack into the machine
• After dishes come out of the machine, lets them sit for a minute or so to air dry
• Stacks or re-stacks clean dinnerware and returns it to its proper place
• Cleans dish machine both inside and out after each shift
• Examines garbage for silverware and dishes
• Empties all kitchen garbage cans at the end of each shift and at the end of the evening
• Sweeps and mops the floor as necessary
• Sends dirty bus tubs through machine at the end of each shift for cleaning
• Responsible for the organization, cleanliness and sanitation of the dishroom area
• Performs other tasks such as the assisting in the food preparation, putting away deliveries, cleaning coolers, freezers, and store rooms, and plating up food for banquets and parties
• Cleans and sanitizes all tables and countertops and sinks throughout the kitchen regularly
• Cleans exterior of all equipment on the line on a daily basis
• Filters deep fat fryer oil and cleans out as needed
• Cleans walls and ceiling tiles as needed
• Cleans exhaust hood filters and surrounding hood areas as needed
• Performs other duties as prescribed by the Chef

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods (often entire shifts).
• Ability to lift up to 40-50 lbs (e.g., trays, stacks of dishes).
• Comfortable with repetitive motions (scrubbing, loading/unloading racks).
•  Ability to work in hot, humid, and sometimes noisy environments.

Skills and Abilities

• Time management skills – handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
• Attention to detail – ensuring dishes are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and food safety
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Dependability – consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Following health and safety regulations.