What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dishwasher position at Acadia National Park?
Title: Dishwasher
Reports To: Executive Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Summary of Position:
Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment by following established Company procedures. This includes cleaning and sanitizing the dish-room, kitchen equipment, and tools to ensure a hygienic workspace that supports food preparation and service. The role requires attention to detail, efficient time management, and a commitment to upholding safety and cleanliness standards at all times. The ideal candidate takes pride in creating a well-maintained kitchen area that contributes to the overall success of the culinary team.
Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment by following established Company procedures. This includes cleaning and sanitizing the dish-room, kitchen equipment, and tools to ensure a hygienic workspace that supports food preparation and service. The role requires attention to detail, efficient time management, and a commitment to upholding safety and cleanliness standards at all times. The ideal candidate takes pride in creating a well-maintained kitchen area that contributes to the overall success of the culinary team.
Responsibilities:
- Adhere to the Company’s dishwashing procedures to ensure that all expectations regarding the cleaning, sanitizing and storing of dishware and utensils are met
- Work closely as a team with back of house kitchen staff to ensure that all kitchenware is cleaned in a timely, safe and efficient manner
- Organize items as they are cleaned, restock areas where items are stored
- Maintain cleanliness of work station, kitchen and food storage areas
- Complete daily and weekly cleaning assignments with a variety of guest questions and requests
- Follow all procedures outlined in department and health and safety manuals in accordance with company policies and follow proper use and storage of chemicals used to clean kitchen items
- Understand Company ISO (Environmental & Quality) management systems, policies, goals, and initiatives and meet the specific responsibilities within these areas
- Work as a busser, assuming all duties of that position, when not otherwise scheduled in the kitchen
- Other duties per Duties Checklist and as requested
Position Requirements:
- Obtain ServSafe or equivalent certification as required by Company policy
- Ability to take direction and change tasks quickly
- Must be able to work a variety of day, night, weekend, holiday shifts
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with many personality types
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. and carry up to 25lbs.
- Majority of shift spent on feet in a fast-paced environment, in close proximity to other people
Education and Experience:
Education:
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
18 years or older
Experience:
Experience:
Experience in a kitchen, restaurant, or other food service setting is a plus but not necessary for entry-level candidates.
