Kitchen - Dishwasher

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson

JOB TITLE: Dishwasher
DEPARTMENT: Stewarding
REPORTS TO: Executive Chef/Kitchen Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
PREPARED BY: HR
EFFECTIVE DATE: January, 2025

SUMMARY:

The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, kitchen equipment, and food preparation areas. This position supports the kitchen team by ensuring a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with health and safety standards. Supports Kitchen staff by performing basic food preparation and cleaning tasks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Wash, clean, and ensure sanitary dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment using dishwashing machines or by hand as needed.
• Ensure they are available for use as promptly as possible with little to no breakage.
• Help maintain high levels of cleanliness while completing washing assignments.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors regularly.
• Empty trash and recycling containers and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Properly store clean dishes, utensils, and equipment in designated locations.
• Ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, walls, coolers, storage areas, and workstations.
• Restock kitchen supplies and assist with deliveries when necessary.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and local health department regulations.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality according to company standards.
• Follow your work schedule and meal breaks accordingly to avoid Meal Penalties.

• Have the willingness to learn culinary skills.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions both in writing and verbally.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be flexible to work AM and/or PM shifts.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equal to a GED.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met successfully to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Must be able to clearly communicate with guests, management, and co-workers.

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:

• Food Handler Certificate is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to inclement weather conditions.


GROOMING & UNIFORM:

Employee must wear a uniform at all times during scheduled hours. Uniforms that have been tampered or destroyed will be the responsibility of the employee and disciplinary action will apply.

• Hair must be clean and kept at a reasonable length.
• All food servers and culinary personnel must wear their hair tied back.
• Fingernails must be clean and well-trimmed at all times.
• Antiperspirant or deodorant must be worn.
• Any offensive self-inflicted marking tattoo on the body cannot be observed by the public.
• Name tags must always be worn unless your department has a specific policy to the contrary.

Pay: $20.00 an hour.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.


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