Dishwasher & Food Service Worker

Responsible for maintaining to a high standard of safety, cleanliness, & efficiency in the food service department. Responsibilities: Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand. Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas. Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition. Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars. Clean garbage cans with water or steam. Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas. Deliver food to additional building(s) & handle breakdowns & ensure ServSafe Standard of cleaning. Sweep, mop & ensure overall kitchen sanitation based on ServSafe Compliance & state regulations. Deliver & pick up donations as needed. Other duties as assigned Required Skills and Experience: 2-3 years’ experience working in a restaurant or institutional kitchen setting. Knowledge of quality food & safety standards & ability to build new skills & absorb new information. Knowledge of health & safety codes & basic sanitation requirements. Basic Math Skills & ability to read instructions & computer documents. Physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height; & to bend, to stoop, to walk on uneven terrain, to climb ladders. Ability to reach overhead, above the shoulders & horizontally, to store & retrieve food, kitchen equipment & supplies. Ability to stand and walk short distances most of the working day; stoop, reach for, & lift supplies & equipment; moderate exposure to hot/cold temperatures; exposure to chemicals used in cleaning, sanitizing & pest control; hazards include cuts from utensil, burns from hot food & equipment as well as falls due to wet floors; ability to lift 50 pounds. Education & Other Requirements: Food Handlers Certificate (ServSafe) Possess a valid California Driver’s License & evidence of insurance coverage. Work Environment and Physical Demands: Employees are subject to wet floors, hot surfaces, odors & other conditions associated with food preparation, throughout the workday & subject to exposure to wastes, & other unpleasant conditions. Must meet all local health regulations & pass employment physical exam. Works beyond normal hours, on weekends & holidays, when necessary. Apply Today To apply, email your resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io with the job title in the subject line, or mail to New Directions for Veterans, P.O. Box 25536, 11420 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025, Attention: Human Resources. No phone calls, please. Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services; License and Certification Number: 190209CN; Expires: 12/31/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr New Directions, Inc.