TES Dishwasher (Hospitality Management)

Temporary Employment Services

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

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education. AU students are not eligible for TES.

Responsibilities

• Wash all wares in dishwashing machine or by hand according to applicable food safety and other codes and regulations.
• Polish all silverware, platters and chafing dishes.
• Collect trash from kitchen areas; empty garbage cans and wash and re-line with new bags; break down boxes, crates and remove debris.
• Examine garbage for misplaced silverware, dishes, glassware and other reusable items.
• Wash and polish all stainless steel in the kitchen including shelves, dish cabinets, ice machines, coffee area, refrigerators and walk-ins.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
• Store all dishes and other wares in proper areas.
• Clean dish machine and dish area according to pre-established schedule.
• Perform other tasks such as assisting in food preparation, storing foods after delivery and cleaning coolers, freezers and storerooms.
• Maintain inventories of soap, chemicals and paper towels.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
• Handle all China and glassware carefully to minimize breakage.
• Continuously inspect floors in kitchen areas to assure they remain clean, dry and clear of debris.
• Assist in completing weekly kitchen cleaning and maintenance lists.
• Clean and safely store all brooms, mops and other cleaning equipment in proper places.
• Use all chemical cleaning supplies in a safe and careful manner.
• Understand and consistently follow proper sanitation practices including those for personal hygiene.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write to perform required role during emergency situations.
• Follow detailed instructions and procedures according to equipment operating requirements and club standard operating procedures.
• May work under limited supervision and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to understand cleanliness to prevent any health and safety hazards.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and write to perform required role during emergency situations.
• Follow detailed instructions and procedures according to equipment operating requirements and club standard operating procedures.
• May work under limited supervision and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to understand cleanliness to prevent any health and safety hazards.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
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• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
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