Part-time Dishwasher

Job Summary: 

Performs duties such as preparation of items to be served during meals in a safe and sanitary manner. Preforms all cleaning duties as assigned. Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and the appearance of work areas. 

Qualifications: 

Is willing and able to follow instructions precisely. Works independently to complete tasks. Is a reliable and dependable resource for support in all dietary procedures. Performs duties maintaining safety and sanitary conditions. 

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices): 

• Must be able to move intermittently, walk, and stand most of the shift 

• Must be able to speak and write in English 

• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional demands of the position 

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable theses senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position are fully met 

• Must function independently, have the flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with all persons 

• Must meet the general hwalth requirements set forth by policy 

• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times, hostile people 

• Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet 

• Must be available if necessary to assist in the evacuation of the residents during emergency situations 

Duties: 

• Completes all prep work as assigned prior to meal service. 

• Keeps work areas neat and clean 

• Follows proper protocol for handwashing 

• Handles clean and dirty dishes in a sanitary manner 

• Assists the cook in plating meals for service 

• Presoaks flatware and other heavily soiled items prior to passing through dish machine 

• Understands and properly operates dish washing equipment, changing water as needed throughout the process 

• Ensures dishwashing and rinse temperatures are registering correctly during dishwashing procedures 

• Properly handles china, glassware and other items to prevent breakage 

• Stores clean china, glassware and flatware properly to maintain sanitary conditions 

• Maintains cleanliness of equipment, walls, counters, and floor in the dish area 

• Reports broken or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor 

• Operates all kitchen equipment safely per guidelines 

• Disposes trash as directed. Maintain sanitary conditions around dumpsters, keeping doors and lids of dumpsters closed. 

• Performs all cleaning duties as assigned by Cook/Dining Room Supervisor and/or Food Service Director 

• Assists in receiving deliveries, ensuring rotation of stock when putting items away 

• Handles and stores all cleaning supplies properly. Restocks cleaning items as needed 

• May be required to assist in Resident evacuation from the Residence during an emergency 

• All other duties as assigned by supervisor