Dishwasher

JOB TITLE: Dishwasher 

EMPLOYER: Pinx Catering

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen  

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

SUMMARY: Our Dishwashers play a crucial support role in our kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment. They ensure that all kitchen tools, equipment, and dishes are cleaned efficiently and properly stored to support food preparation and service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Wash and sanitize all dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment according to food safety standards

• Maintain cleanliness of dishwashing area, including sinks, dish machines, and floors

• Assist with the cleanliness and organization of kitchen storage areas, including walk-ins, dry storage, and equipment rooms

• Take out trash and recycling, and maintain waste management standards

• Return clean kitchen items to appropriate stations for use by culinary staff

• Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the Executive Chef or kitchen leadership

• Support the kitchen team in general cleaning tasks and end-of-shift breakdowns

• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and cleaning products in compliance with company policies and regulations

• Work Private Events as assigned by the Leadership team

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

• And other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED certificate (preferred)

• 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen or janitorial role (preferred)

• Valid Food Handler’s Certification (within first week of employment)

• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness

• Able to take direction and work in a fast-paced environment

• Flexible schedule

• Reliable transportation

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

• Required protective clothing: non-slip shoes

• Frequent exposure to hot water, cleaning chemicals, and humid environments