What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dishwasher position at La Saj Lebanese Bistro?
DISHWASHER
Wash and properly store all cooking utensils, china, equipment, flatware and glassware
Job Tasks
1. Washes all wares in dishwashing machine or by hand according to
the highest sanitation standards
2. Polishes all silverware, platters and chaffing dishes
3. Collects trash from kitchen areas; empties garbage cans and washes and relines with new bags. Breaks down boxes, crates and removes debris to dumpster at designated times
4. Examines garbage for misplaced silverware, dishes, glassware and other reusable items
5. Washes and polishes all stainless steel in the kitchen including shelves, dish cabinets, ice machine, refrigerators, walk-ins, etc.
6. Washes and cleans receiving, trash and other kitchen related areas
7. Sweeps and mops kitchen floors
8. Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room, kitchen and banquet areas
9. Stores all dishes and other wares in proper areas
10. Refreshes water in dish machine as necessary to ensure clean dishes
11. Reports any functional or mechanical problems immediately
12. Cleans dish machine and dish area after each meal period
13. Performs other tasks such as assisting in food preparation, storing foods after delivery and cleaning coolers, freezers and storerooms
14. Maintains inventory of soap, chemicals and paper towels
15. Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas
16. Handles all china and glassware carefully to minimize breakage
17. Continuously inspects floors in kitchen areas to assure they remain clean, clear of debris and dry
18. Assists in completing weekly kitchen cleaning and maintenance list
19. Cleans and safely stores all brooms, mops and other cleaning equipment in their proper places
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
Supervises: No supervisory duties
Qualifications:
· No previous restaurant experience required
- Ability to work in hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long
periods of time
- Ability to physically lift, reach, bend and stoop
- Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time
- Ability to safely lift bags, cases and stacks weighing up to 60
pounds up to 30 times per shift
