School Kitchen Worker - Dishwasher

Dishwasher

The Dishwasher performs any and all necessary job functions within the front and back of the house sanitation operations and assists with prep and service work as assigned. This position requires someone that is interested in meeting the needs of the team and includes minimal food prep, washing of all service ware, washing and maintaining equipment, and washing pots and pans.

Requirements:

• Must enjoy and be able to succeed in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers
• Excellent sanitation standards
• 1 year experience as a dishwasher in a commercial kitchen

Responsibilities:

• Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glasses, tableware, and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through dish machine
• Sort and stack clean dishes
• Carries clean dishes to cook's line and other proper storage areas. Rewashes soiled dishes before delivering
• Wash pots, pans and trays by hand
• Remove trash bags and dispose in dumpster
• Set up or break down the dishwashing area
• Clean and roll/unroll mats.
• Fill/empty soaks tubs with cleaning/sanitizing solutions.
• Executes basic prep work as assigned
• Sweep/mop floors.
• Sweep up trash around exterior of kitchen and garbage dumpster.
• General restaurant and restroom cleaning as directed.
• Wipe up any spills to ensure kitchen floors remain dry and safe
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents, & other staff
• Other duties as directed
• Maintains sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen/dish area
• Comply with nutrition, sanitation, and industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices in line with ServSafe guidelines
• Participates in service during meal periods

Physical requirements:

• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• Frequent reaching, walking, bending, stooping, grasping and pinching, pushing, lifting and carrying, squatting, twisting, or kneeling.
• Must be able to work extended hours on feet
• Lift and carry food containers weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Lift and empty trashcans weighing up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Work in a hot, damp environment.
• Frequent washing of hands.
• Sanitation awareness and practice to minimize cross-contamination.

Other Qualifications:

• Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
• Eagerness for feedback
• Desire to grow professionally
• Deeply rooted belief that children are capable of reaching the highest bars we set for them
• A background check is required once an offer is made

Adelante Schools believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community through creating a space for important dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.