Dishwasher - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Title: Dishwasher - Part Time

Reports to: Director of Culinary

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Scope: The Utility Associate helps by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe, and sanitary.

ABOUT US: Evolve Senior Living was founded on the premise of change. We believe the senior living industry needs to change to appropriately address the needs of tomorrow’s work force and residents. Evolve represents the notion of continuous improvement in our delivery of services for the elderly, providing a safe and dependable environment for our team members and commitment to leading the discussion on change within the senior living sector.

ABOUT YOU: A compassionate team member who seeks an opportunity to do what you love, while touching the lives of those people we have the honor to care for and serve. An entrepreneurial spirit who is excited and motivated by the prospect of change and continuously improving the services we provide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the mission, core values and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.
• Completes all hours of state mandated continuing education each year.
• Promotes and displays a spirit of teamwork in performance of daily duties through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
• Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
• Promotes the property in a positive manner and effectively communicates the organization’s values to residents, visitors, co-workers, and the community.
• Assists in clearing and resetting counters or tables at conclusion of each course.
• Delivers prompt and courteous service.
• Runs dishwashing machine. Sets up or breaks down dishwashing area.
• Maintains infection control standards, updates, and inspects sanitizer and dish machine temperature logs.
• Cleans dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils. Washes dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwasher or by hand.
• Places clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Sorts and stacks clean dishes. Carries clean dishes to cook’s line and other proper storage areas.
• Change dishwater in dish machine every two hours, or before washing glasses or tableware.
• Washes pots, pans, and trays.
• Wash work area, refrigerator, cooking equipment and walls.
• Wipes up any spills to ensure kitchen floors remain dry.
• Sweeps/mops floors. Cleans and rolls/unrolls mats.
• Empty garbage cans and take to dumpster.
• Attends and participates in required meetings and training.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned, including assistance with food prep.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meets all mandatory health requirements by State regulations.
• Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Relates positively and communicates appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers, and other employees.
• Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime, to meet the requirements of the position.
• Pass a Criminal Background and fingerprint check.
• Ability to work independently (with minimum supervision).
• Must have a strong understanding of the English language, sufficient to speak, read and write.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Walk/Stand/Sitting – must be able to continuously perform duties that incorporate walking, standing, or sitting.
• Environment Condition – must be able to perform work both inside and outside.
• Lift - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
• Carry - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
• Push - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
• Climb – must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available.
• Bend – must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips and spine on a frequent basis, may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Twist or rotate – must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Reach - may occasionally reach overhead, requiring manipulation of weight of 10 pounds or less, and below waist manipulating weight of 25 pounds or more.
• Sensory Vision – must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses.
• Hear - Must be able to hear telephone, audible alarms, bells, and signals related to resident safety with or without hearing devices.
• Speech/Language – must have strong command of English sufficient to read and write and interpret medical and administration information.