Restaurant Dishwasher **Start Immediately**

Job Title: Dishwasher

Position may close before the posted end date without notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position open until filled.

Department/Office: Food Service

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour, 0-20 hours per week depending on department need, availability of funds and student eligibility. This position will gain marketable work experience by working with Yavapai College staff, Faculty and affiliates in a group effort to support the mission, goals and values of Yavapai College.

The dishwasher will be responsible for cleaning dishes for our college food service operation to ensure the kitchen has a steady supply of clean plates, bowls, silverware, pots, pans, and glasses. Their duties include prioritizing loads of different types of kitchenware, hand-washing dishes, loading the dishwasher, and placing dishes to dry. Hard work and dedication will play a vital role in the overall success of the culinary team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collect used kitchenware from dining and kitchen areas

Load and unload dishwashing machines

Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in appropriate storage areas

Ensure there are always enough clean dishes and utensils

Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition

Check washing machines' operation and promptly report any technical/performance issues

Work well as a member of a team to provide excellent service in a high-paced work environment

Cleanliness and organization is key

Minimum Expectations & Requirements:

All hiring documents must be completed prior to first work shift, including acceptable documentation for the I-9 Form.

Have current aid year FAFSA verified and on file at Yavapai College

Be funded for at least 6 credit hours while employed in this position

Be in good financial aid standing at Yavapai College

Have unmet need as determined by the FAFSA

Be receiving their financial aid from Yavapai College

In addition student employees will:

Work with a diverse student population

Exhibit patience and a positive attitude in an academic learning environment

Demonstrate reliability and good customer service skills

Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate time management and organizational skills, and ability to complete a variety of tasks on immediate or extended timelines

Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner

Adhere to the code of confidentiality in certain cases where discretion should be used

Adhere to Yavapai College Code of Conduct as well as FERPA guidelines

Have a strong understanding of technology and the ability to use it effectively and efficiently

Must have the following skills/characteristics: leadership, dependability, initiative, enthusiasm, discipline and willingness to grow both personally and professionally.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Skills and Qualifications:

Previous experience as a dishwasher in culinary, banquet, kitchen or restaurant setting is preferred but not required

High school Diploma or GED

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple task simultaneously

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills and sanitation skills

Ability to follow instructions and help with various task, as needed

Essential Functions:

The start date, to occur no sooner than July 1st of the current aid year, of this position will be determined by the hiring supervisor after an applicant is hired. This position has a standard end of assignment date of June 30th of the current aid year. Assignment may end sooner or be extended depending FWS eligibility, availability and/or department need.

This position is employed by Yavapai College, unless otherwise noted in the above job description. Location of this position is noted in the above job description. Yavapai College campus addresses are as follows:

Prescott Campus 1100 E Sheldon Street Prescott, AZ 86301

Verde Valley Campus 601 Black Hills Drive Clarkdale, AZ 86324

Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC) 220 Ruger Road Prescott, AZ 86301

Chino Valley Agribusiness & Science 2275 Old Home Manor Drive Chino Valley, AZ 86323

Prescott Valley Campus 6955 Panther Path Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Sedona Center 4215 Arts Village Drive Sedona, AZ 86336

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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