Dishwasher - Liberty Newark International Airport

Kitchen Step Dishwasher

Our beautiful Kitchen Step Restaurant is hiring dishwashers. Compensation: $21.25 per hour. Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401K, paid vacation, holidays, sick days, shoes yearly credit, uniform, meal ticket, referral bonus.

Position Summary: Responsible for the proper use, care, and maintenance of the dish machine. Required to keep a clean and adequate supply of dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans for the restaurant following the brand's specifications in a timely manner while maintaining the safety, sanitation, and security of the dish room and equipment. Works in assigned restaurant location as determined by management.

Responsibilities:

• Cleans, sanitizes, and organizes all kitchen and restaurant areas, including walk-in coolers, freezers, storage areas, floors, brass, and stainless steel according to MCA specifications
• Transports dirty dishes to the dish room and transports clean dishes back to assigned areas
• Determines when guests have completed their meals and removes dirty dishes, flatware, and napkins
• Sets up, runs, and empties dish machine
• Cleans, sanitizes, and de-limes dish machine
• Scrubs all pots, pans, and trays in proper 3-bowl sink set up
• Washes all items 100% clean the first time, every time
• Restocks all cleaning products prior to running out
• Maintains a clean, neat, and organized dish area
• Cleans and maintains commissary prep area (utensils, prep table, prep sinks, equipment, floors, walls, and any back of the house area, etc.)
• Communicates any product/chemical run outs, equipment issues, and quality and service issues to the MOD immediately
• Aid in moving and installation of beer, wine, and cocktail kegs
• Assists kitchen as needed
• Stocks and organizes newly delivered items
• Follows all company safety, sanitation, and security policies and procedures
• Properly uses personal protective equipment
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions to a MOD immediately
• Maintain and care for company equipment according to instruction and manufacturer requirements
• Communicate with others using clear, respectful, and professional language
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and work toward the goal of customer satisfaction
• Assists other crewmembers as needed; is aware of and alerts other crewmembers of customers needs
• Maintains knowledge of airport, terminal, and restaurants; offers information, recommendations, MCA and Brand history, etc
• Maintains a clean, neat, well-groomed appearance and adheres to all uniform and appearance guidelines
• Sweeps and mops as needed
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the chef or MOD at any time

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated pleasant attitude and energy
• Professional demeanor, appearance, and communication skills in accordance with restaurant guidelines
• Prior dish washing experience in a similar concept or restaurant preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of and certification within 90 days for all required local, state, and federal health, safety, and sanitation laws
• Understanding of proper use and maintenance of dish machine
• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand and exert fast paced mobility for entire shift
• Ability to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly
• Effective and professional oral communication skills
• Ability to read work procedures, recipes, safety procedures, and operating directions
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work area
• Knowledge and adherence to MCA policies and procedures
• Knowledge and adherence to all airport rules and regulations
• Commitment to service of customers, staff, co-workers, and management
• High integrity and honesty, work ethic, passion, and commitment
• Ability to work scheduled hours, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• Follow through and dependability
• Knowledge and commitment to safety and food sanitation