Dishwasher Jobs

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dishwasher helps create a joyful and vibrant community by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for china, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe and sanitary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains infection control standards, updates and inspects sanitizer and dish machine temperature logs.
• Runs dishwashing machine. Sets up or breaks down dishwashing area.
• Sorts and stacks clean dishes. Carries clean dishes to cook’s line and other proper storage areas. Rewashes soiled dishes before delivering.
• Sweeps/mops floors. Cleans and rolls/unrolls mats.
• Assists residents to dining area if required.
• Wipes up any spills to ensure kitchen floors remain dry.
• Changes dishwater in dish machine every two hours, or before washing glasses or tableware.
• Washes pots, pans and trays by hand.
• Cleans dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils. Washes dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwasher or by hand. Places clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Delivers prompt and courteous service.
• Assists in clearing and resetting counters or tables at conclusion of each course.
• Assists cook with food preparation, as needed.
• Assists cook in serving and plating out meals, as needed.
• Sorts and rinses dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils and places them in racks to send through dish machine.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Maintains current Food Handler’s card.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and overtime, to meet the requirements of the position.
• Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Relates positively and communicates appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other employees.
• Maintains CPR and/or First Aid Certification as required by State regulation.
• Meets all mandatory health requirements by State regulations.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Pass a Criminal Background and fingerprint check.
• Basic knowledge of various kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to work independently (with minimum supervision)
• Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.

BENEFIT INFORMATION (Dependent on full time or part time status)

Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance and 401(k). Incentive for night shifts and assistance fund to help with hardships or continuing education