Position Purpose

Under close supervision, the Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining a clean dish area and cleaning all china, glass, cooking utensils, pots, pans and service ware. Occasionally may be responsible for food preparation.

Functional Responsibility

Essential Duties

• Washes and cleans all china, glass, utensils, pots and pans using the dishwashing machine or by hand
• Checks and ensures that each item washed has been washed thoroughly and no debris has been left behind
• Maintains flexibility and attentiveness to any requests that the kitchen or front of the house may have as far as tools and/or supplies needed during service
• Maintains all utensils and tools in their corresponding areas
• Maintains the standards of washing, rising and disinfecting of the three sink compartment requirements per the CALCODE
• Maintains a clean and orderly preparation area
• Maintains a clean and orderly dish station, fully stocked and ready with all necessary tools and detergents
• Cuts and prepares food as needed
• Contributes to the execution of the prep list
• Labels and dates each prepared item in an appropriate container or bag

*Other duties may be assigned

Non-Essential Duties

*Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School diploma, GED equivalent, or equivalent experience
• Prior kitchen experience preferred

Certificates and Licenses

• CA Food Handlers Certification required
• TIPS Certification or Certified within 90 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic English speaking and reading skills desired
• Knowledge of safe food handling, preparation procedures, safe handling and precautionary procedures of chemicals, detergents and sanitizers
• Ability to differentiate the proper application of tools and/or chemicals to all equipment

Working Conditions

• General restaurant environment
• Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Indoor and outdoor environment with exposure to the elements/temperature variations
• Work in close quarters or confined spaces
• Exposure to varying levels of dust, chemicals, fumes, gases, and noisy equipment

Work Standards

• Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
• Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
• Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
• Follows all Company policies and procedures

Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.