POSITION SUMMARY

Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment. Keep the dishroom and equipment clean and organized. Assist with basic prep, such as peeling potatoes, cutting onions, cleaning lettuce, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Performs opening/ closing duties while maintaining cleanliness & sanitation throughout shift.
2. Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to the manager.
3. Follows all safety and sanitation procedures.
4. Follows and understands all company procedures and policies.
5. Completes training of kitchen tools and appliances before use.
6. Follows MSDS book for proper guidelines for use of chemicals and sanitation products.
7. Grasping and fine manipulation use of hands is required.
8. Maintains professional appearance at all times, clean and well groomed as per standards.
9. Load, run and unload dish machine.
10. Monitor dish machine water and rinse water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle.
11. Keep the dish machine clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately to facility manager.
12. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dishroom, as well as cleaning food prep areas.
13. Bag and haul trash to dumpster at designated times or as needed.
14. Has complete understanding of the three-comp sink washing procedure.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned by the manager.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Basic English reading, comprehension, and communication skills.
2. Basic math skills.
3. Knowledge of weights, measurements, and volumes for cooking procedures.
4. Excellent organization and problem solving skills.
5. Ability to work effectively within a team.
6. Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment.
7. Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
8. Ability to work quickly in a confined area for an extended period of time.
9. Must be able to safely and professionally use kitchen equipment, including knives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
2. Continuous use of hands and arms.
3. Continuous reaching, bending, abrupt stopping, stooping, lifting, shaking, stirring, pouring, and carrying.
4. Ability to be on your feet for an extended period of time.
5. Ability to work in heated or cooled temperatures for prolonged periods of time.
6. Ability to move expeditiously around the kitchen and storage areas.