Restaurant Dishwasher

DescriptionSummary

Properly cleans and sanitizes all dishes, glassware, utensils and pots. Responsible for maintaining dish room and dish machine. Assists with cleaning other areas of the restaurant as requested.

Responsibilities

• Load, run and unload the dish machine.
• Keep the dish machine clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately.
• Monitor dish machine water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle.
• Wash and store all tableware and kitchenware.
• Keep dish room clean and organized.
• Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room and kitchen.
• Bag and haul dish room trash to dumpster at designated times.
• Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss.
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as required.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.

QualificationsQualifications

• No previous restaurant experience required.
• Be able to work in hot, wet, humid and loud environments for the duration of a shift.
• Be physically able to lift, reach, and bend.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Be able to safely lift bags, cases and stacks (up to 60 pounds) many times per shift.