Dishwasher

Dishwasher Position

The Dishwasher position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards of glassware, tableware, utensils, pots & pans using machine and manual methods. The dishwasher position is also responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitized dish area.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintaining a clean and organized dish room and work area.
• Cleaning dishes and operating a dish machine.
• Practicing safety and sanitation standards.
• Emptying trash bins
• Communicating professionally with co-workers and Front-of-the-House staff.

This job description reflects the position's essential functions; it does not encompass all of the tasks that may be assigned.

Qualifications

Experience, Education, and Certifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• In some U.S. States, a food safety certification program is required to be completed before being able to serve food or alcohol, which may include a food handlers card (i.e., California law requires this)

Skills

• Remaining calm in a hectic, fast-paced atmosphere
• Demonstrating a high level of organization, attention-to-detail and a sense-of-urgency
• Displaying a positive and outwardly friendly attitude toward guests and co-workers
• Maintaining HRC's 5 core Values and Mission Statement

Physical Demands

• Performing duties which require bending & reaching
• Lifting & transporting up to 100-pound containers, dish racks, and trashcans
• Standing or moving, for up to 8+ hours
• Ability to turn or twist body parts in a circular motion.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, chemicals, and loud/noisy environment.

Additional Requirements

• Maintaining a well-groomed appearance ("having a plan")
• Following all uniform guidelines
• Practicing all general safety & sanitation standards
• Recycling products, where possible