What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dishwasher position at Yardbird Chicago?
REPORTS TO: Executive Chef
KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Kitchen Staff, Stewarding Staff, F&B Staff
Job Description:
The dishwasher is responsible for properly cleaning and sanitizing all dishes, glassware, utensils and pots, as well as maintaining the dish room and dish machine. The dishwasher also assists with cleaning other areas of the restaurant as requested. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and property policies, practices and procedures.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of basic sanitary guidelines
Knowledge of basic dish machine operations, and ability to operate
Ability to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly
Ability to take initiative and exhibit flexibility
A highly motivated and energetic personality
Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts
Professional appearance and demeanor
Able to work flexible hours necessary including off hours, weekends and holidays.
Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral form
Responsibilities:
It is the primary responsibility of the dishwasher to perform a variety of janitorial duties and maintain cleanliness of assigned
areas
Receive soiled dinnerware, flatware, and glassware, placing items according to size and likeness on automatic dishwasher
Remove washed dinnerware, flatware, and glassware from automatic dishwasher and stack them according to size and likeness
for future use
Return items not satisfactorily cleaned for a second wash
Sweep and mop kitchen floors
Scrub walls and trashcans
Pick up trash in kitchen and loading dock area
Clean floor mats
Perform all other job-related duties as requested
Working Conditions:
This position will spend 100% of the time standing
Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water
Preferred:
At least 1 year of related kitchen experience in a high-volume environment
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience working in a similar kitchen setting