Dish Washer

Dish Washer

Salary Range $17.15 - $19.25 Hourly Job Shift Conference Center Travel Percentage Santa Cruz Mountains

Position Objective

The Dishwasher will clean dishes, department equipment and kitchen, warehouse & dining area(s) as directed. Assisting the cooks with food preparation and other needs to offer high quality hospitality to Conference Center guests in a manner consistent with MHA's mission, vision and values.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Set up dish machine, and other cleaning equipment and chemical supplies for the day in accordance with Healthcode and Supervisor guidance.
• Ensure dining has a steady supply of clean plates, bowls, silverware, pots, pans & glasses by hand washing & prioritizing different dish machine loads.
• Maintain clean water flow through the machine by cleaning screens as often as needed or following the time standards set by MHA management.
• Clean kitchen floors, fridges, storerooms, cooking and eating utensils, bbqs, and other kitchen, dining and catering equipment as assigned by the supervisor.
• Keep the dishwasher & food preparation areas clean by sweeping, mopping floors, wiping countertops, and emptying trash after each meal or other cleaning assignments needed.
• Occasionally assist during meal periods in food serving or catering assisting.
• Fill out temperature, cleaning logs and other hygiene requirements.
• Properly organizes utensils, equipment, storage rooms, and assists in the storage of food items.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Does not supervise other employees.

Education/Certifications/Licenses

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a California Food Handler's Card 30 days upon employment.

Work Experience

• No experience necessary but preferred in food service.
• High priority will be given to candidates who have cleaning, housekeeping or janitorial experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow assigned tasks & create checklists.
• Ability to work in teams and work in harmony with different groups of people.
• Ability to be self motivated, and have a willingness to learn.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and move around the majority of the workday, squat, lift and carry loads using hands and arms for repetitive motions.
• Ability to work safely around dish machines, hot and cold water and chemicals.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as needed, with hot temperatures and cold temperatures.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work days, evenings, holidays and weekends along with a flexible schedule.
• Must have a valid California Food Handler's Card.
• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA's Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation, or valid work permit, as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.