DISHWASHER

Job Description

Job Description

Position:                                                                                                                                           Reports To:

Dishwasher                                                                                                                                        Executive Chef

Supervises:

No supervisory duties are included in this position.

Job Summary:

Responsible for general cleanliness of the main kitchen dish area and other Food and Beverage kitchen prep areas. Wash and properly store all cooking utensils, china equipment, flatware and glassware..

Interaction:

Occasional Interaction: Waiters, Members, Guests, Club Managers, Food Purveyors and Delivery Drivers

Essential Functions:

• Washes all wares in dishwashing machine or by hand according to the highest sanitation standards.

  •             Polishes all silverware, platters and chafing dishes.

  •             Collects trash from kitchen areas; empties garbage cans and washes and re-lines with new bags; breaks down boxes, crates and removes debris.

  •             Examines garbage for misplaced and reusable items.

  •             Washes and polishes all stainless steel in the kitchen including shelves, dish cabinets, ice machines, coffee area, refrigerators and walk-ins.

  •             Washes and cleans receiving, trash and other kitchen-related areas.

  •             Sweeps and mops kitchen floors.

  •             Stores all dishes and other wares in proper areas.

  •             Cleans dish machine and dish area after each meal period.

  •             Performs other tasks such as assisting in food preparation, storing foods after delivery and cleaning coolers, freezers and storerooms.

  •             Maintains inventories of soap, chemicals and paper towels.

  •             Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.

  •             Handles all china and glassware carefully to minimize breakage.

  •             Assists in completing weekly kitchen cleaning and maintenance list.

  •             Watch gauges, dials or other indicators to ensure that machines and equipment are working properly.

  •             Cleans and safely stores all brooms, mops and other cleaning equipment in proper places.

  •             Uses all chemical cleaning supplies in a safe and careful manner.

  •             Helps food servers by prioritizing the washing of specified service items.

  •             Understands and consistently follows proper sanitation practices including those for personal hygiene.

  •             Attends departmental staff meetings.

  •             Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Executive Steward.

Minimum Requirements

• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals.

  •             Work in compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and club’s health and safety policies and procedures.

  •             Ensure that kitchen and/or work area is kept clean and tidy.

  •             Report all accidents, illnesses or “near-miss” incidents immediately to manager on duty or supervisor.

  •             Attention to detail by making sure all pots and cook ware are thoroughly clean and work tasks are completed in full.

  •             Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

Special Requirements:

• •             Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certification.

  •             Food safety certification.